About the book

Beth, Portia, and Eddie are siblings who haven't spoken in years, but their grandfather’s unconventional will forces them together. To inherit his multi-million dollar estate, they must recreate a cross-country road trip from their childhood, transporting his ashes from West Virginia to California. They travel in a single car with their spouses, following a specific map and hitting mandatory checkpoints. As they drive, decades of resentment surface, revealing a history of shared crimes and deep-seated manipulation. Each sibling hides a private agenda, and the group realizes someone is stalking their vehicle across state lines.

Readers of psychological thrillers who enjoy dysfunctional family dynamics and unreliable narrators will find this plot mirrors those interests. It appeals to people who prefer dark, cynical characters over traditional heroes. The narrative provides an intricate look at how sibling rivalries can turn lethal when large sums of money are involved. After finishing, the reader understands how shared trauma and competitive upbringing can warp a person's morality. You walk away with a cynical perspective on blood ties and the lengths people go to for financial security.

Details