The Terms Of Inheritance

Written by Michelle Upton

Narrated by Annabelle Tudor

Four sisters. A vast fortune. And a mother who thinks she knows best ...

Where there's a will, there's a way.

A funny, moving, brilliantly observed story about letting go of the past

When multi-millionaire Jacki Turner is forced to take stock of her life, she sets her daughters a challenge - in order to inherit her vast fortune, each must fulfil a task that she believes will push them to become better versions of themselves.

Rose, an exhausted mother of three, must write and publish a children's picture book. Exercise-hater Mel must run the Gold Coast marathon. Isla, the eldest, must figure out who she is beyond her wealth and status, while commitment-phobic Jess must stay in a relationship for longer than three months.

For each, Jacki's terms seem an impossible task, bringing painful wounds to the surface and straining tenuous relationships. But when the sisters are faced with an unexpected turn of events, they must learn how to move forward and forgive, or risk losing it all.

PRAISE

'A delightful debut from an exciting new voice in Australian fiction' Rachael Johns

'A touching family drama with deft moments of heartache, humour and warmth' Nicola Moriarty

'A darkly funny tale about the meaning of family and the meaning of life. A delight to read!' Petronella McGovern

'Moving, funny and sharp ... A a gorgeous novel for all mothers and daughters' Kelli Hawkins

'Funny, warm and wise ... What a joy' Meredith Jaffe

'A joyful rollercoaster ride about ambition, determination, honesty and the shifting dynamics of a family' Cass Moriarty

'Witty, warm and wise ... An uplifting story about family life as our biggest challenge and our greatest comfort.' Sara Foster

• Language: English
• Publisher: HarperAudio
• Release date: Nov 30, 2022
• ISBN: 9781460744833

Michelle Upton

Michelle Upton writes short stories and novels that examine our darkest fears and shine a light on hope and possibility. Born in Birmingham, England, Michelle emigrated to Australia in 2006 and is proud to call herself Australian. Michelle has a Bachelor (Hons) degree in Literature with Psychology, and before having children, she was a primary school teacher. Her debut novel, the much-loved Terms of Inheritance, was shortlisted for the HarperCollins Australia 2021 Banjo Prize. She lives on the Redlands Coast with her family. Visit www.michelleupton.com