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House of the SpiderKing #1
Secret Inheritance
One city hides two worlds. Elana Bishop is about to shatter them both.
Elana thought she knew who she was—a hardworking business owner in Ashford, carrying on her late father’s legacy. Then she hits a fleeing vampire with her truck.
The shock? She’s not just human—she’s one of them.
Pulled into Haven, Elana discovers she’s the daughter of a murdered Arbiter. Now she’s entangled in deadly vampire politics and ancient conspiracies threatening Haven’s very foundation.
Under the mentorship of the enigmatic Valeria Draven, Elana must navigate a treacherous society where everyone has an agenda.
As she delves into her mother’s mysterious death, House Veridian will stop at nothing to keep their secrets buried. With assassins on her tail and allies she can’t fully trust, she must master her newfound powers.
Caught between embracing her vampire heritage and clinging to her human life, Elana’s choices could save or doom both worlds.
Can she uncover the truth before it’s too late? Or will her mother’s fate become her own?
“Secret Inheritance” is a gripping urban fantasy blending mystery, action, and romance in a world where the supernatural is around every corner
Scroll up and click BUY NOW or READ FOR FREE and grab your copy today to join Elana as she navigates her new reality
Elana thought she knew who she was—a hardworking business owner in Ashford, carrying on her late father’s legacy. Then she hits a fleeing vampire with her truck.
The shock? She’s not just human—she’s one of them.
Pulled into Haven, Elana discovers she’s the daughter of a murdered Arbiter. Now she’s entangled in deadly vampire politics and ancient conspiracies threatening Haven’s very foundation.
Under the mentorship of the enigmatic Valeria Draven, Elana must navigate a treacherous society where everyone has an agenda.
As she delves into her mother’s mysterious death, House Veridian will stop at nothing to keep their secrets buried. With assassins on her tail and allies she can’t fully trust, she must master her newfound powers.
Caught between embracing her vampire heritage and clinging to her human life, Elana’s choices could save or doom both worlds.
Can she uncover the truth before it’s too late? Or will her mother’s fate become her own?
“Secret Inheritance” is a gripping urban fantasy blending mystery, action, and romance in a world where the supernatural is around every corner
Scroll up and click BUY NOW or READ FOR FREE and grab your copy today to join Elana as she navigates her new reality
- GenresFantasyUrban Fantasy
390 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 24, 2024
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September 26, 2024
More Vampires
But much different backstory than Bethany Ann.
A Haven for Vampires in the new world with better starting rules than the old world. Also more futuristic tech than anywhere else in the Americas.
Elana is a vampire, but does not know at the start of the book. She is a mystery to solve, hopefully while staying alive.
Lots of action, plot twists, and relatable characters.
Eagerly awaiting the next book!
But much different backstory than Bethany Ann.
A Haven for Vampires in the new world with better starting rules than the old world. Also more futuristic tech than anywhere else in the Americas.
Elana is a vampire, but does not know at the start of the book. She is a mystery to solve, hopefully while staying alive.
Lots of action, plot twists, and relatable characters.
Eagerly awaiting the next book!
January 11, 2026
The story line was promising, but I do not think it delivered
*Spoilers*. I thought I liked this book, in the beginning
I have decided to take notes while reading books instead of trying to remember what bugs me and what does not. I did not find much to be excited about or tell my brain “oh is this good!” Here we go.
How in the heck did Elana know this was Matt by looking at him? Page 47
Why is Valeria in the cover of the book and not Elana? Yes yes I know the next book cover is supposedly Elana.
Elana’s reaction of mouth agape too many times when first entering Citadel.
Why do we immediately know her dad died, several times mentioned on the first 50 pages but no mention of where mom is or any other family existing until about page 200+?
What does the eyelash comment mean? “Eyes that looked like the sea and eyelashes you could haul yourself to shore with.”
“Miss Bishop”? Cmon. Ms.!
How many times does Elana’s reaction to anything new have to be a jaw drop?
Jessie is the name of her truck and the guy she dates is named Jesse? No imagination! You can’t take the time to think of two different names?
Page 237. Irised is used incorrectly here. It’s a membrane behind the eye or a rainbow color palate. The word to use is “raised”. How about “ one pinprick later and the hatch rose”? Instead of “the hatch irised open”.
The typos in the journals aren’t indicated besides Elana wring them on a piece of paper and talking to Matt about them. Even when text from Tessa’s journal is copied word for word on the page, in the book.
At page 238, 63% in, Elana knows she is a vampire. She now belongs to the SpiderKing’s House. Why isn’t she asking “do I meet him? Matt, have you met him? Valeria , have you met him? What do I do in this House? Where is he living? What is he like? “
Most people nowadays do not know what X-Files is, use a more current reference.
Too many uses of the word “yet”.
Why do we need to know the skin color of every secondary character? And hair color? And eye color? Bank teller. Clothing designer. Librarian. Guard at gate entrance. Hotel clerk. They are never mentioned again. One and done. Hotel clerk : if her hair is tightly curled, how would we know? it is pulled into a high bun!
Does the author really think vibrators are complimentary at Haven hotels?
I’m done with Elana’s stretching and vertebrae popping in every chapter. Once was enough!
“Pissed in Cheerios” used more than once. *sigh*
Page 348 why won’t Matt’s biometrics open his own Condo? Why did Elana have to submit hers?
Cliffhanger ending with nothing resolved. I’m going to try to read the next book.
*Spoilers*. I thought I liked this book, in the beginning
I have decided to take notes while reading books instead of trying to remember what bugs me and what does not. I did not find much to be excited about or tell my brain “oh is this good!” Here we go.
How in the heck did Elana know this was Matt by looking at him? Page 47
Why is Valeria in the cover of the book and not Elana? Yes yes I know the next book cover is supposedly Elana.
Elana’s reaction of mouth agape too many times when first entering Citadel.
Why do we immediately know her dad died, several times mentioned on the first 50 pages but no mention of where mom is or any other family existing until about page 200+?
What does the eyelash comment mean? “Eyes that looked like the sea and eyelashes you could haul yourself to shore with.”
“Miss Bishop”? Cmon. Ms.!
How many times does Elana’s reaction to anything new have to be a jaw drop?
Jessie is the name of her truck and the guy she dates is named Jesse? No imagination! You can’t take the time to think of two different names?
Page 237. Irised is used incorrectly here. It’s a membrane behind the eye or a rainbow color palate. The word to use is “raised”. How about “ one pinprick later and the hatch rose”? Instead of “the hatch irised open”.
The typos in the journals aren’t indicated besides Elana wring them on a piece of paper and talking to Matt about them. Even when text from Tessa’s journal is copied word for word on the page, in the book.
At page 238, 63% in, Elana knows she is a vampire. She now belongs to the SpiderKing’s House. Why isn’t she asking “do I meet him? Matt, have you met him? Valeria , have you met him? What do I do in this House? Where is he living? What is he like? “
Most people nowadays do not know what X-Files is, use a more current reference.
Too many uses of the word “yet”.
Why do we need to know the skin color of every secondary character? And hair color? And eye color? Bank teller. Clothing designer. Librarian. Guard at gate entrance. Hotel clerk. They are never mentioned again. One and done. Hotel clerk : if her hair is tightly curled, how would we know? it is pulled into a high bun!
Does the author really think vibrators are complimentary at Haven hotels?
I’m done with Elana’s stretching and vertebrae popping in every chapter. Once was enough!
“Pissed in Cheerios” used more than once. *sigh*
Page 348 why won’t Matt’s biometrics open his own Condo? Why did Elana have to submit hers?
Cliffhanger ending with nothing resolved. I’m going to try to read the next book.
August 23, 2025
Plot Conflict
The runner is never explained. Anyone can choose to live inside Haven... Or not, so how could someone so close (nearby) to Haven be classified as a "runner"?
And why would they kill the runner, before interrogating them to find the cause if their running?
Granted though that the guy sounded like he needed killing, because who needs a Vampire who thinks raping random women is an ok thing to do.
I fear that this runner situation is a major plot hole. I nearly threw the book down, quite a number of times, in disgust that the very premise for initiating contact with the vampires is completely undermined 5 ways from Sunday, throughout the story.
Michael, I'm pretty sure that I've never rated one of your stories at less than 5 stars before. Make it make sense!.
The runner is never explained. Anyone can choose to live inside Haven... Or not, so how could someone so close (nearby) to Haven be classified as a "runner"?
And why would they kill the runner, before interrogating them to find the cause if their running?
Granted though that the guy sounded like he needed killing, because who needs a Vampire who thinks raping random women is an ok thing to do.
I fear that this runner situation is a major plot hole. I nearly threw the book down, quite a number of times, in disgust that the very premise for initiating contact with the vampires is completely undermined 5 ways from Sunday, throughout the story.
Michael, I'm pretty sure that I've never rated one of your stories at less than 5 stars before. Make it make sense!.
October 24, 2024
An astounding introduction to a brand new world
Suddenly I hear Aladdin and Jasmine singing….NOT what I had in mind for this review…. **** sigh***
So it goes practically without saying that Michael Anderle is a first-class, top of the line, artist when it comes to world building. Nor is he a slouch when it comes to plot, characterization and dialogue… In short, he’s very much a master of this craft we call writing, and all of those talents are on full display with this particular offering.
We are introduced to this world in a pell-mell fashion as events unfold around us. It practically leaves the reader breathless as one struggles to assimilate the many layers of meaning and subtext all whilst struggling to wrap one’s mind around what’s actually
Suddenly I hear Aladdin and Jasmine singing….NOT what I had in mind for this review…. **** sigh***
So it goes practically without saying that Michael Anderle is a first-class, top of the line, artist when it comes to world building. Nor is he a slouch when it comes to plot, characterization and dialogue… In short, he’s very much a master of this craft we call writing, and all of those talents are on full display with this particular offering.
We are introduced to this world in a pell-mell fashion as events unfold around us. It practically leaves the reader breathless as one struggles to assimilate the many layers of meaning and subtext all whilst struggling to wrap one’s mind around what’s actually
January 16, 2026
Dnf at 46% off the bat vampire books are not my favorite, but this had great reviews and the summary seemed intriguing. But unfortunately the writing was not my style, which I can usually look past, but with the genre already not my favorite it just wasn’t worth my time.
Most of what was written felt pointless? At least one paragraph from every page I read could have been removed and nothing from the plot would have been lost. It wasn’t world building it was bullet points turned into 5 sentences each. Once I realized I had skimmed two entire chapters, I knew I wouldn’t be able to get through the book.
Most of what was written felt pointless? At least one paragraph from every page I read could have been removed and nothing from the plot would have been lost. It wasn’t world building it was bullet points turned into 5 sentences each. Once I realized I had skimmed two entire chapters, I knew I wouldn’t be able to get through the book.
October 5, 2024
What a pain...
Another day lost in a book. When I read a good book that drags me through the story at an ever increasing pace I often skip the mundane sections that describe the sunset or colour of the curtains, etc., in order to get to the next exciting 'action' bit of the story.
This new twist on vampires had me devouring almost every word with so few skips it ate pretty much my entire Saturday with its captivating story.
If only I had not found the book so soon after publication I might have had less time to wait for the next chapter of this captivating tale.
Another day lost in a book. When I read a good book that drags me through the story at an ever increasing pace I often skip the mundane sections that describe the sunset or colour of the curtains, etc., in order to get to the next exciting 'action' bit of the story.
This new twist on vampires had me devouring almost every word with so few skips it ate pretty much my entire Saturday with its captivating story.
If only I had not found the book so soon after publication I might have had less time to wait for the next chapter of this captivating tale.
October 1, 2024
I sense another great series
Elana is minding her own business, heading to her next job, when everything changes. So starts her journey into a world she has dreamed about, and finds out a dream coming true isn't always what you thought it would be. This first book in the series is a lot of world and character building, and it definitely keeps your interest along with the action and the humor. I cannot wait for the next book to see what happens.
Elana is minding her own business, heading to her next job, when everything changes. So starts her journey into a world she has dreamed about, and finds out a dream coming true isn't always what you thought it would be. This first book in the series is a lot of world and character building, and it definitely keeps your interest along with the action and the humor. I cannot wait for the next book to see what happens.
April 26, 2025
Great MC
Secret Inheritance by Michael Anderle
Elana learns she's been a vampire her whole life. She just thought she was very healthy and exceptionally strong. Now she's being invited into vampire culture and a murder mystery.
Liked the characters, especially Elana. Intrigued by the authors take on vampire culture and how it relates to normal humans culture. Great worldbuilding. The story drew me in. Disappointed in the cliffhanger. BUT, I'll be getting next in series.
Secret Inheritance by Michael Anderle
Elana learns she's been a vampire her whole life. She just thought she was very healthy and exceptionally strong. Now she's being invited into vampire culture and a murder mystery.
Liked the characters, especially Elana. Intrigued by the authors take on vampire culture and how it relates to normal humans culture. Great worldbuilding. The story drew me in. Disappointed in the cliffhanger. BUT, I'll be getting next in series.
May 29, 2025
good
I thought this book was an interesting twist on vampires. Apparently, in this book, vampires are not the blood sucking night dwelling creatures that they are in other books. I did like the FMC unfortunately for her, she found out she was a vampire as well and didn’t even know it. Now her life is turned upside down and somebody’s trying to kill her. I will read the next book in the series.
I thought this book was an interesting twist on vampires. Apparently, in this book, vampires are not the blood sucking night dwelling creatures that they are in other books. I did like the FMC unfortunately for her, she found out she was a vampire as well and didn’t even know it. Now her life is turned upside down and somebody’s trying to kill her. I will read the next book in the series.
June 29, 2025
Another unputdownable series
A sassy heroine, who has fears, worries and human life problems to deal with. So relatable. A plot that's involved,twisting, lots of humour, hints of romance and so typically Michael.
As always, well crafted and thought out, keeps me engrossed when I should be sleeping - I blame the author for all my bad Moody's - and stops me doing chores.
I can't wait to start the next book.
A sassy heroine, who has fears, worries and human life problems to deal with. So relatable. A plot that's involved,twisting, lots of humour, hints of romance and so typically Michael.
As always, well crafted and thought out, keeps me engrossed when I should be sleeping - I blame the author for all my bad Moody's - and stops me doing chores.
I can't wait to start the next book.
September 19, 2025
A fascinating new urban fantasy vampire series
A young woman hits a vampire with her truck and causes a chain of events she could not possibly have foreseen. This is a story that is extremely complicated about entering the world that you do not understand. Also, to try to navigate being who you are versus who you will someday be. I really enjoyed it and I will definitely read the next book of the series.
A young woman hits a vampire with her truck and causes a chain of events she could not possibly have foreseen. This is a story that is extremely complicated about entering the world that you do not understand. Also, to try to navigate being who you are versus who you will someday be. I really enjoyed it and I will definitely read the next book of the series.
October 15, 2024
Sleep deprived.
I'd forgotten how addictive MR Anderle's books are and not to start reading on a work night. Building a different society of vampires and humans, with the intrigue of G O T. Couldn't stop had to read one more chapter. And then before you know it you have finished at 2.30 in the morning.
I'd forgotten how addictive MR Anderle's books are and not to start reading on a work night. Building a different society of vampires and humans, with the intrigue of G O T. Couldn't stop had to read one more chapter. And then before you know it you have finished at 2.30 in the morning.
November 23, 2024
New series based on the main character (Lana) learning her life up to then was not all truth. She had more to learn about herself, her mother, and the lifestyles of vampires. Totally new take on the vampire regime makes this one interesting. Focused on mystery and intrigue with plenty of world building. Nice new start to a series.
January 12, 2025
A totally delightful read!
What a fresh, exciting story plot! All of the characters and their adventures grab your interest from page 1 and never let go. As expected from Mr Anderle, the writing is gifted. You’re quickly caught up into the MC’s saga and feel as though you’ve walked through the Haven gates. Totally looking forward to book 2!
What a fresh, exciting story plot! All of the characters and their adventures grab your interest from page 1 and never let go. As expected from Mr Anderle, the writing is gifted. You’re quickly caught up into the MC’s saga and feel as though you’ve walked through the Haven gates. Totally looking forward to book 2!
January 18, 2025
omg! An Awesome Read
This book is a fantastic start to an unbelievable series. Elana is an amazing character. This book is filled with intrigue, action, suspense and everything you could possibly need in a great book. I must say, I love Michael Anderle’s books. He is such a phenomenal storyteller!!
This book is a fantastic start to an unbelievable series. Elana is an amazing character. This book is filled with intrigue, action, suspense and everything you could possibly need in a great book. I must say, I love Michael Anderle’s books. He is such a phenomenal storyteller!!
August 19, 2025
Secret inheritance
I like the story so far. Very fast paced.im looking forward to the next installment.
Its interesting to see people from another point of view. There's always going to be prejudice ,jealousy, and greed,and alot of times., Murder . Looking forward to the mystery unfolding.
I like the story so far. Very fast paced.im looking forward to the next installment.
Its interesting to see people from another point of view. There's always going to be prejudice ,jealousy, and greed,and alot of times., Murder . Looking forward to the mystery unfolding.
September 27, 2024
Unusual
Definitely like the way that things are going. The mix of adventure along with the side of the mystery equals a very good read. You draw in the story and be for you know it . Hours later you realize that you have spent a day reading.
Definitely like the way that things are going. The mix of adventure along with the side of the mystery equals a very good read. You draw in the story and be for you know it . Hours later you realize that you have spent a day reading.
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September 28, 2024Hooked!
So series may take a second book to real me in. This one was fantastic from start to finish. Love that it wasn't ended in a cliffhanger but leaving me wanting more of this story. Well done Mr. Anderle
So series may take a second book to real me in. This one was fantastic from start to finish. Love that it wasn't ended in a cliffhanger but leaving me wanting more of this story. Well done Mr. Anderle
October 3, 2024
Write faster Michael!
Yet another vampire story! However it is strangely alluring, subtly pulling the reader under it's thrall!
Please write the next book faster! Also, please don't stop at 2!
Yet another vampire story! However it is strangely alluring, subtly pulling the reader under it's thrall!
Please write the next book faster! Also, please don't stop at 2!
October 11, 2024
Not what I was expecting but in some ways better. More mystery than mayhem. The MFC is confused about the changes in her life and the reader is right there with her trying to figure things out. Glad the next book comes out in the next couple weeks. I'll be waiting.
November 7, 2024
D!@# it Anderle!
I had thought (erroneously it seems) that the vampire thing had been done to death but you have proven me wrong once again. I now have yet another universe of your making to go through.
I had thought (erroneously it seems) that the vampire thing had been done to death but you have proven me wrong once again. I now have yet another universe of your making to go through.
April 12, 2025
really great read
I loved the world building and idea behind this book. It does not disappoint with enough realism to make it a really great story. I like how your getting the story from the heroine point of view.
I loved the world building and idea behind this book. It does not disappoint with enough realism to make it a really great story. I like how your getting the story from the heroine point of view.
July 27, 2025
Human or vampire that is the question!
Fast paced and engaging! Elana Bishop, stronger and faster than the average human? With a brain to match. Its the human part that's in question until she hits a Vampire on the way home from work one night!
Fast paced and engaging! Elana Bishop, stronger and faster than the average human? With a brain to match. Its the human part that's in question until she hits a Vampire on the way home from work one night!
November 12, 2025
So much fun
Always a treat to read a story that has a strong Women with depth and a willingness to learn and fight for her place in the hierarchy.
Love the storyline, very twisty and full of surprises. I am invested in this character.!!!!
Always a treat to read a story that has a strong Women with depth and a willingness to learn and fight for her place in the hierarchy.
Love the storyline, very twisty and full of surprises. I am invested in this character.!!!!
October 4, 2024
I have no idea how he does it. Another vampire series and an entirely different way to look at them. Not Bethany Ann. I loved the opening book and look forward to all of the additions to come.
October 8, 2024
I was bored. DNF 89%. I started skipping paragraph after paragraph .
October 25, 2024
A decent read
Not much vampire power on display and it reads more like a who did it mystery novel, but it’s okay
Not much vampire power on display and it reads more like a who did it mystery novel, but it’s okay
January 24, 2025
Very well writing.
I could not out it down; very well writing. The book keeps you on the edge of your seat; will she make it through.
I could not out it down; very well writing. The book keeps you on the edge of your seat; will she make it through.
February 21, 2025
Wow
Secrets galore! She finds out she is a vampire and now someone is trying to kill her. She is try to find out that got her Mother killed.
Secrets galore! She finds out she is a vampire and now someone is trying to kill her. She is try to find out that got her Mother killed.
February 26, 2025
Secret Inheritance
Great book, newly initiated vampire, trucking company, bad boyfriend, good friends and political intrigue all rolled into one exciting adventure!
Great book, newly initiated vampire, trucking company, bad boyfriend, good friends and political intrigue all rolled into one exciting adventure!
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