The Inheritance Games

The Westing Game

Ellen Raskin

A classic mystery where multiple heirs compete to solve a wealthy man's complex puzzle and inherit his fortune. The story involves strategic thinking, unexpected connections, and surprising revelations. It closely mirrors the inheritance and puzzle-solving themes of the main book.

One of Us Is Lying

Karen M. McManus

A mystery thriller about five high school students who enter detention, but only four leave alive. The story follows the investigation into the suspicious death and unravels complex secrets. Like 'The Inheritance Games', it features young protagonists solving a mystery with high stakes and unexpected twists.

Truly Devious

Maureen Johnson

A boarding school mystery where a student attempts to solve a decades-old murder case. The narrative involves puzzles, hidden clues, and complex family histories. It shares thematic elements with 'The Inheritance Games', including a young protagonist unraveling a mysterious legacy.

The Naturals

Jennifer Lynn Barnes

A thriller about teenagers with exceptional skills recruited by the FBI to solve complex cases. The narrative involves puzzles, strategic thinking, and hidden motivations. Written by the same author, it shares similar narrative techniques and young adult mystery elements.

Truly Devious

Maureen Johnson

A boarding school mystery where a student attempts to solve a decades-old murder case. The narrative involves puzzles, hidden clues, and complex family histories. It shares thematic elements with 'The Inheritance Games', including a young protagonist unraveling a mysterious legacy.

The Gilded Wolves

Roshani Chokshi

A historical fantasy that follows a group of talented individuals solving an intricate mystery involving inheritance and hidden treasures. Set in a richly imagined world, the story combines elements of heists, puzzles, and complex character relationships. The protagonists must use their unique skills to unravel a mysterious inheritance and its potential consequences. Intrigue, magic, and strategic thinking drive the narrative.

All the Wrong Questions

Lemony Snicket

A mystery series following a young detective investigating strange occurrences in a peculiar town. The narrative involves complex puzzles, unexpected connections, and witty storytelling. It shares the theme of a young protagonist solving intricate mysteries.

A Good Girl's Guide to Murder

Holly Jackson

A high school student investigates a closed murder case for her senior project, uncovering unexpected secrets. The narrative combines mystery, investigation, and personal risk. Like 'The Inheritance Games', it features a young protagonist solving a complex puzzle.

The Inheritance of Orquídea Divina

Zoraida Córdova

A magical realism novel that follows a family's mysterious inheritance and generational secrets. The story revolves around a matriarch who leaves her family with more questions than answers after her unusual death. Magical elements intertwine with family drama, creating a rich tapestry of mystery and revelation. The narrative explores themes of legacy, family bonds, and the power of hidden histories.

We Were Liars

E. Lockhart

A suspenseful novel about a wealthy family with dark secrets hidden on their private island. The protagonist must uncover the truth about a mysterious past incident. Similar to the main book, it involves inheritance, family intrigue, and a young person navigating complex family dynamics.

Stalking Jack the Ripper

Kerri Maniscalco

A historical mystery featuring a young forensic scientist investigating the infamous Jack the Ripper murders. The story involves complex puzzle-solving and unexpected twists. It shares the theme of a young protagonist unraveling a complex mystery.

The Inheritance

Lindsey Stirling

A thrilling young adult mystery that follows a teenage girl who discovers her family's hidden legacy after inheriting a mysterious set of clues. The protagonist must navigate complex family dynamics and solve intricate puzzles to uncover long-buried secrets. Set against a backdrop of wealth and intrigue, the story explores themes of identity, inheritance, and unexpected connections. The narrative blends elements of mystery, family drama, and coming-of-age storytelling.

The Maidens

Alex Michaelides

A psychological thriller that delves into a complex mystery surrounding a secret society and unexpected inheritance. A protagonist becomes entangled in a dangerous investigation involving a prestigious university and its dark secrets. The narrative explores themes of obsession, hidden motivations, and the consequences of uncovering long-buried truths. Psychological tension and unexpected plot twists keep readers engaged.

The Inheritance of Secrets

Jaye Wells

A mystery that follows a protagonist uncovering a family's hidden past and unexpected legacy. The story explores the complex dynamics of inheritance, both material and emotional. Intricate puzzles and long-buried secrets challenge the main character's understanding of their family history. The narrative blends elements of mystery, personal discovery, and family drama.

Pretty Little Liars

Sara Shepard

A series about a group of friends haunted by mysterious secrets and anonymous threats. The story involves complex family dynamics, hidden truths, and unexpected revelations. It shares elements of mystery and young adult intrigue with the main book.

The Family Plot

Megan Collins

A dark mystery that unravels a family's twisted secrets and hidden motivations. When a long-lost family member returns, long-buried truths begin to surface, challenging everything the protagonists thought they knew. The story explores complex family dynamics, hidden identities, and the lengths people will go to protect their secrets. Psychological tension and unexpected revelations drive the narrative.

The Inheritance Games Companion

Emma Mieko Candon

A metafictional exploration of family secrets and unexpected legacies. The story follows a protagonist who must navigate a complex inheritance that challenges everything they thought they knew about their family. Blending elements of mystery, family drama, and self-discovery, the narrative explores the nature of inheritance beyond material wealth. Intricate puzzles and emotional revelations drive the plot.

Little Monsters

Courtney Summers

A gripping mystery that centers on family secrets and unexpected alliances in a small-town setting. When a mysterious disappearance occurs, a group of teenagers must unravel complex relationships and hidden truths. The story explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the dark undercurrents that run beneath seemingly normal family dynamics. Intense character development and unexpected plot twists drive the narrative forward.

The Inheritance Puzzle

Katherine Rothschild

A young adult mystery that follows a teenager who unexpectedly inherits a complex family legacy. The protagonist must navigate a web of family secrets, unexpected connections, and hidden motivations. Intricate puzzles and emotional challenges test the main character's resolve and intelligence. The story blends elements of mystery, family drama, and personal growth.

The Last Legacy

Adrienne Young

A young adult novel that explores a family's complex history and unexpected inheritance. The protagonist must unravel a series of family secrets while navigating treacherous relationships and hidden motivations. The story blends elements of mystery, family drama, and personal growth. Intricate world-building and character development create a compelling narrative.