Inheritance The Lost Bride Trilogy, Book 1 By Nora Roberts (2023)

Inheritance, the first book in Nora Roberts' The Lost Bride Trilogy, is a spellbinding tale that intertwines tragic history, haunting mysteries, and enduring love. The story kicks off in 1806 with Astrid Poole, whose joyous wedding day ends in murder and a curse that promises her spirit will never leave her beloved Collin.

Fast forward to the present, where graphic designer Sonya MacTavish discovers her father had a twin brother, Collin Poole, who has bequeathed her a grand Victorian mansion on the Maine coast. Bound by the will to live in the house for three years, Sonya, reeling from a broken engagement, embarks on a journey to unravel her family’s hidden past.

Upon arrival, Sonya is welcomed by Trey, a young lawyer who admits that the mansion is slightly haunted. Strange occurrences soon follow—objects move, music plays without source, and she discovers her father's painting in her uncle’s office, alongside a portrait of Astrid Poole, dubbed “the first lost bride.” Sonya realizes she has inherited not just a house, but also a centuries-old curse. To free herself and uncover the truth, she must solve a puzzle that has haunted her family for generations.

Narrated by Nora Roberts in an author’s note, this Macmillan Audio production from St. Martin’s Press reveals the personal inspirations and history behind these hauntingly beautiful stories. Inheritance is a tale of family secrets, love lost and found, and the enduring power of a promise made centuries ago.