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Legacy: A Novel

Legacy: A Novel

by Nora Roberts (Author)

#1 New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts presents Legacy, a new novel of a mother and a daughter, of ambition and romance, and of a traumatic past reawakened by a terrifying threat…Adrian Rizzo was seven when she met her father for the first time. That was the day he nearly killed her―before her mother, Lina, stepped in.Soon after, Adrian was dropped off at her grandparents’ house in Maryland, where she spent a long summer drinking lemonade, playing with dogs, making a new best friend―and developing the stirrings of a crush on her friend’s ten-year-old brother. Lina, meanwhile, traveled the country promoting her fitness brand and turning it into a billion-dollar business. There was no point in dwelling on the past.A decade later, Adrian has created her own line of yoga and workout videos, following in Lina’s footsteps but intent on maintaining creative control. And she’s just as cool-headed and ambitious as her mother. They aren’t close, but they’re cordial―as long as neither crosses the other.But while Lina dismisses the death threats that Adrian starts getting as a routine part of her daughter’s growing celebrity, Adrian can’t help but find the vicious rhymes unsettling. Year after year, they keep arriving―the postmarks changing, but the menacing tone the same. They continue after she returns to Maryland and becomes reacquainted with Raylan, her childhood crush, all grown up and as gorgeously green-eyed as ever. Sometimes it even seems like the terrifying messages are indeed routine, like nothing will come of them. Until the murders start, and the escalation begins…

In Nora Roberts' captivating novel, "Legacy," delve into the realm of family, secrets, and a legacy that binds generations. Set against the backdrop of the picturesque Chesapeake Bay, this enthralling tale weaves a tapestry of love, betrayal, and the resilience of the human spirit.

At the heart of the story lies Bay Shannon, a young woman with an unwavering passion for restoring historical homes. When she inherits a dilapidated mansion from her eccentric great-aunt, Bay embarks on a journey of renovation, unearthing secrets buried within the walls.

As Bay delves deeper into the mansion's past, she stumbles upon a captivating tale of love and heartbreak. She discovers the hidden story of her great-aunt, a talented artist who sacrificed her own dreams for the sake of family. The revelation of this forgotten legacy ignites Bay's determination to uncover the truth and reclaim the lost legacy of her family.

With the help of Seth Grady, a charming contractor, Bay uncovers a web of mystery surrounding the mansion. Together, they navigate a trail of clues, deciphering cryptic messages left behind by Bay's great-aunt. As they delve into the past, they uncover long-buried secrets that hold the key to unlocking a hidden treasure.

"Legacy" is a poignant tale of family, love, and the enduring power of the past. Nora Roberts masterfully weaves a narrative that explores the intricate bonds between generations, the sacrifices made for those we love, and the legacy we leave behind. With her signature blend of romance, mystery, and intrigue, Roberts captivates readers from the first page to the last.

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Pages:
448 pages
Language:
English