Synopsis
A death in the family rarely brings out the best in people - even the deceased
Jonathan Coulter planned for his death meticulously, leaving nothing to chance. His will states that his three adult children must decide between them how to dispose of his estate. If they cannot come together over their inheritance, then they risk losing it.
But Liv, Noah and Chloe never agree on anything. And now, with only one weekend to overcome their rivalry, tensions begin to rise.
Why has Jonathan left the decision to them? And why has he made no mention of his new partner, Megan, or the children's mother, Eloise? If he wanted to teach them a lesson from beyond the grave, what is it? And can the siblings put their differences aside for long enough to learn it?
A powerful novel about love and loss, and what we truly pass on to our children.
Publisher information
- Publisher: Atlantic Books
- ISBN: 9781838952822
- Number of pages: 368
- Dimensions: 242 x 164 x 34 mm
- Weight: 665g
- Languages: English
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Beautiful story
The cover of this book is attractive and i was drawn to it. I have previously enjoyed a book by this author and had high hopes for this one and I'm pleased... READ MORE
From Death, New Beginnings
The reading of Jonathan Coulter's will throws discord amongst his three adult children. Unusually it is up to them to decide how to split the estate betwee... READ MORE
Something different!
Completely different from my usual books, but extremely interesting!
It follows three siblings and their father’s partner after their father has died. He ... READ MORE
Difficult Decisions
Another great book by Caroline Bond, where we meet siblings Olivia, Chloe and Noah who have recently lost their father (Jonathan) to Motor Neurone Disease,... READ MORE
4 stars
First of all thank you to readers first for this copy.
I have to admit it's not what I had quite expected. That's not a bad thing, I really enjoyed it!.
I... READ MORE
sibling rivalry
Jonathan Coulter left his wife Eloise and three children, Chloe, Liv and Noah and set up home with another woman. They all feel agrieved which is understan... READ MORE
Mind Blown
Wow, I can't say that word enough for this book - all throughout the book I kept thinking wow. I knew I'd love this book the minute I saw it on here and it... READ MORE
Simple but good
This story of loss is a simple relaxing read with no major, dramatic plot twists which I love. Jonothan (I can’t spell I’m dyslexic) seemed like such a nic... READ MORE
Gripping, but I'm unsure why
Thanks again to @readersfirst for my copy
Not much happened
The opening of the novel seemed to have a lot of promise and suggested some mystery and intrigue to follow. I kept reading ... and I kept reading but a big... READ MORE
My kind of read
I really enjoy this style of writing with multiple perspectives and a good going family drama to get stuck into. The Legacy is very easy to get hooked into... READ MORE
A good read
I enjoyed reading this book. I felt like I very much got what I expected from this book after reading the synopsis.
The legacy explores family dynamics be... READ MORE
Fantastic read
I received a copy of this e-arc thanks to NetGalley and Atlantic Books.
I was able to read a preview of this book thanks to Readers First. Here is my fi... READ MORE
Fairly interesting
I've been recommended this book before, but I've never actually read the blurb or a summary about it, so being able to read a first look such as this is am... READ MORE
Emotional! A good read
I had high expectations from this book just from the cover and synopsis alone yet it really did not fail to dissapoint me. Living up to the rumours of bein... READ MORE
Family drama
The Legacy by Caroline Bond is an emotional account of the illness and death of Jonathon, the father of the family and how his death affects those around h... READ MORE
It was a tale of loss and deceiving
Reading books with the death being the main plot is always fascinating especially when you figure out the answer to all the questions asked in the end, thi... READ MORE
Another nuanced look into family dynamics.
What I enjoy about Caroline Bond's books is the fact that she portrays the interpersonal dynamics of family life so very well. She writes her novels with n... READ MORE
Enjoyable read
When Jonathan dies the request for his three children to be sole executors of his estate; giving them the choice of how they'd break it up does not go down... READ MORE
Family Drama
The Legacy by Caroline Bond is not a book I would usually pick as I like more escapism and often read fantasy and murder mysteries. This is a heady read of... READ MORE
Gripping, but I'm unsure why
Thanks again to @readersfirst for my copy
Well written
This is the second book I have read by Caroline Bond and so I was excited when I had the opportunity to read The Legacy. It is a beautifully written story... READ MORE
Some good parts
I chose this book as the cover looked like something that I would be drawn to if I were in a book shop. Upon reading the First Impression the story gets of... READ MORE
A thought-provoking novel about love, loss and family ties
The Legacy is a poignant novel that revolves around the sudden death of Jonathan Coulter, a terminally ill former teacher who leaves behind a sizeable esta... READ MORE
Great story interesting observation of human reactions
Interesting read this one as I thought Megan may end up being a bitter mistress fighting with her step children over the inheritance. I liked how all of th... READ MORE
Great read
The legacy is the story of the aftermath of the death of Jonathan Coulter.
Jonathan was the father to Chloe, Liv & Noah, ex-husband of Eloise and partner o... READ MORE
Interesting observation of family dynamics
The book focuses on the inheritance of the estate of Jonathan Coultar after his early death from motor neurone disease. Things are complicated by the very ... READ MORE
lovely read
From the get go, I was instantly drawn to the character of Megan; the juxtaposition between the two points of view of her character (on one hand, a loving ... READ MORE
Quiet yet powerful
Caroline bond is fast becoming one of my favourite authors. I loved her previous books and this one does not disappoint.
While it is slightly more sedate... READ MORE
Thought provoking read
As a Business Law graduate, I was quickly drawn into this story. Jonathan knew he was dying and has asked his three children to make the decision how to sp... READ MORE
Really complex
I really enjoyed this book due to its complexities and the many themes present that slowly unravelled to reveal the story. It is about 3 children who are a... READ MORE
Surprisingly Enjoyable
Going into this book it wasn't clear what the genre was, but it sounded interesting enough for me to give it a go and I actually really enjoyed it! I was i... READ MORE
yes!
The writing style of this book is amazing! I think this book would be really good, I know people who would love to read this and myself, too, would love to... READ MORE
Full of real characters and emotional depth
After Jonathan Coulter dies following a battle with MND, his will declares that he wants his three adult children to decide how to split his estate, forcin... READ MORE
Decent read!
The Legacy is the first book I have read by Caroline Bond. The blurb sounded quite interesting. The distribution of a will and the inevitable familial conf... READ MORE
Amazing !
THe cover first caught my attention because of how the colours blend together as well as the name of the book because it makes you wonder what the legacy i... READ MORE
Nice book
This is a story of family, of love, of loss and of the devastation that a terminal and debilitating disease has on the patient and those close to them.
W... READ MORE
A good read about grief and family
The Legacy is an interesting new novel from Caroline Bond about a family coming together after the death of their father to discuss their inheritance.
In ... READ MORE
Fantastic tale of a grieving family
Jonathan Coulter has died, leaving the disposal of his will up to his three children who can never agree on the least little thing.
Now they are thrust tog... READ MORE
An interesting insight into complex family issues
The Legacy focuses around a family who have just lost their father to motor neurone disease. The story revolves around his three children, his ex-wife and ... READ MORE
What a legacy!
Well, I really enjoyed this book! I was instantly intrigued following the first read, and knew that there was a lot more to discover about the family chara... READ MORE
4 Stars
What sounded like an interesting concept certainly did not disappoint! The Legacy follows three bereaved siblings who have to put their differences aside a... READ MORE
A perceptive and moving story.
I found this to be an exceptionally well-executed exploration of family dynamics in the aftermath of a death, a time when emotions are heightened and peopl... READ MORE
Indifferent
This is the new book by Caroline Bond and is about a family dealing with death and wills.
Jonathan Coulter had motor neurone disease or MND, one day he arr... READ MORE
Intense
I loved this book. It was kind of dark in regards to content matter but I also thought it was brutally honest in that it was so relatable and far more like... READ MORE
Enjoyed it but didn't love it
I enjoyed this book, but something about it meant I didn't love it in the way I thought I might.
Thanks to Reader's First for sending me an advance copy to... READ MORE
Incredibly gripping!
From the get go, I was instantly drawn to the character of Megan; the juxtaposition between the two points of view of her character (on one hand, a loving ... READ MORE
So cool!
This book was so interesting. It contains various points of views and describes loss through various viewpoints. Though it seems like a book which will har... READ MORE
Loved it!
This was a very interesting plot. Grief is such a sad thing and it was interesting to see how each of the characters reacted to it. It's not textbook, ther... READ MORE
The Legacy by Caroline Bond
I thoroughly enjoyed reading this family saga by Caroline Bond and getting to know all the characters. It was an interesting storyline and dealt with the a... READ MORE
Didn’t enjoy
My first thought when I finished this was ‘ Do people really act like this? ‘. I’m guessing the answer is yes, but wow, I hope nothing like this happens to... READ MORE
A very absorbing read
Thank you to NetGalley, the publisher and author for this ARC.
This is my first read by this author and I thought the premise looked interesting and a b... READ MORE
An intriguing story of sibling rivalry.
This is the first book that I have read by this author and I will now to be looking to read more of her books.
This is a story of family, of love, of loss ... READ MORE
Addictive psychological family saga
Jonathan has left his legacy up to his three children. His death although expected has been sudden leaving all the characters grief stricken in their very ... READ MORE
Interesting exploration of family dynamics
Jonathan Coulter has planned for his death meticulously, leaving nothing to chance. His will states that his three adult children must decide between them ... READ MORE
Emotionally charged
This is a very character lead book told from several perspectives following the death of Jonathon and his unusual request in his will. He leaves behind an ... READ MORE
A good read
The first book I have read by this author and I will certainly look for more.
Well written with great characterisation, the plot kept you turning the pages... READ MORE
I Like It
I really liked the name of the book and the cover of this book. It's really beautiful. The plot of the book was really cool. I actually wanted to buy this ... READ MORE
I loved this book!
I was really pleased to be able to read an advance copy of this because I really enjoyed One Split Second, also by the author.
I absolutely loved this bo... READ MORE
Simple but good
This story of loss is a simple relaxing read with no major, dramatic plot twists which I love. Jonothan (I can’t spell I’m dyslexic) seemed like such a nic... READ MORE
Family troubles at the heart
This book rang true to me as I am from a big family too and we all get pigeonhole into positions within the family and going back to the family home takes ... READ MORE
First Class!
Caroline Bond writes a thought-provoking tale of vulnerability, family resentment and tough decisions.
Jonathan Coulter dies following a battle with Motor... READ MORE
slight humour to it and is also 100% believable
A death in the family rarely brings out the best in people - even the deceased. Jonathan Coulter planned for his death meticulously, leaving nothing to cha... READ MORE
Family drama
The Legacy by Caroline Bond is an emotional account of the illness and death of Jonathon, the father of the family and how his death affects those around h... READ MORE
A slow burn, character driven story.
Firstly this book should not be compared to One Split Second - it is written with a totally different premise. It is a slow burn, character driven, multi-l... READ MORE
Great story of family dynamics
Jonathan Coulter has died after a long and debilitating illness.
Then his family gather for the reading of his will and they are in for a complete shock..... READ MORE
Beautiful Book
The Legacy is one of the most beautifully written books I’ve read this year. The story revolves around three siblings trying to agree on the outcome of the... READ MORE
The legacy; a thrilling and moving story.
This book is such a beautifully written story and moves you in so many ways. The theme of the story was compelling and it left you questioning. Personally,... READ MORE
An Interesting Read
Johnathon Coulterplanned for his death meticulously, leaving nothing to chance. His will states that his three adult children must decice between them how ... READ MORE
Thoroughly enjoyed this
When Jonathan Coulter visited his solicitor to update his will, he left a £5000 legacy to his carer, excluded his partner and wrote very specific instructi... READ MORE
Morbidly fascinating...
Thank you to the publishers for providing me with an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
The plot of this book centre's around the will of Jonathan, who... READ MORE
Leaves a legacy of its own
I received a free copy of this book from Readers First in exchange for an honest review.
I don’t know what I was expecting after reading a sneak preview o... READ MORE