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Three generations of the Crighton family converge at their grand estate for a fiftieth birthday party that promises elegance and pride. Yet, the gathering quickly turns into a desperate contest for control over the family inheritance. Brothers clash, former allies become enemies, and long-buried secrets—past romances, financial misconduct, and other hidden scandals—surface as weapons of betrayal. The polished Crighton façade begins to crack as loyalties shift and the true costs of their idyllic image are revealed. In the end, they must confront their imperfections to save what remains of their family legacy.
First publish date: 1997
Genre: Family & Domestic Fiction/Multigenerational Fiction
Authors: Penny Jordan
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