This novel explores the scenario of an unexpected discovery by a family member, on the death of their father. And, I felt that the way the dreadful characters forced the reader to examine their own values and beliefs was also quite clever. I often found myself contemplating what I’d have done in the situations the characters were faced with. I returned to this quote after reading An Unwanted Inheritance because, to me, whether intentional or coincidental, Imogen Clark's latest novel is an examination of the subtle differences in the Bible saying we may have heard, with or without the love part.

The road to the solution was a roller coaster ride with many twists and turns and at times the problem seemed unsolvable. Imogen Clark has written a story about honesty and integrity and conflict and shows how these qualities can mean different things to different people depending on circumstances and when circumstances change so do their opinions - sometimes. It also shows the damage sudden wealth, or the prospect of it, can do to relationships. From the bestselling author of Reluctantly Home comes a story of three siblings and a suitcase full of cash. Will the unexpected windfall tear them apart?It is an interesting idea for a novel, and is written with plenty of cliff-hangers to keep the reader interested. Finders International were established in 1997 by Managing Director Daniel Curran. We trace missing heirs and beneficiaries to Estates, property, funds and assets worldwide. We also provide a range of Legal Support services and International Asset services including overseas bankruptcy services and Medallion Signature Guarantees. Within the private sector, we work with numerous Solicitors, Accountants, Corporate or State Trustees and financial institutions. In the public sector we assist local authorities, coroners and others in tracing next of kin. The basis of the book is based around the discovery a suitcase full of cash under the bed of 3 recently deceased father -The story gradually unfolds to explore all that comes along with what money can do to people and how it can affect families and relationships A gripping tale about money, greed, and what really matters.” – Anstey Harris, bestselling author of The Truths and Triumphs of Grace Atherton. What I like like less is the inevitable long passages of characters examining their consciences and replaying events to themselves, which is characteristic of her writing, and I tend to skim through these.

Personally I didn't find it very feasible that the decision of how to deal with the inheritance would be delayed for so long after its discovery, and it seemed to be a useful tool to develop the growing sibling unrest and dissension.

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Ellie, the middle sibling starts off thinking the same, but her husband Jamie discloses information that makes them want the money more.

The matter finally resolves itself in a totally unexpected way, when the source of the cash is revealed. But at what cost?You know that a writer has done a great job when you react to the characters. And, boy, did I have strong feelings about all of them here! James’s arrogance, in particular, was beyond the pale, and while I admired Caroline’s integrity, her behavior as a partner and not a sibling at times verged on the insane. The four Bliss siblings have got a loving yet complex bond, however when Dorothy, their mom, dies apparently without any will, this relationship gets put to the test. While these mourning siblings attempt to make sense of this situation, one of them gets caught with a secret: before Dorothy entrusted her favorite daughter with her will and this letter. And she told her to destroy them both.