An Inheritance of Lies

by Rebecca A. Carter

In the wake of World War I, New York heiress Alexandra Benson finds her life irrevocably changed after the tragic and mysterious death of her parents. Now, in a cruel twist of fate, her father’s testament delivers the agonizing blow, granting her uncle control over her inheritance—unless she marries.

To safeguard her future, Alexandra hatches a plan with the aid of a dashing stranger to fake an engagement and claim what’s rightfully hers. Caught amid wartime tensions and her uncle’s devious plots, Alexandra and her fiancé are forced to embark on the fateful voyage to England aboard the RMS Lusitania. Where nothing is as it seems.

When wartime secrets beckon questions of espionage and betrayal, Alexandra must navigate societal expectations and her own awakening independence as she finds her heart torn by her fake engagement scheme and devastating family secrets in this sweeping tale of one woman’s quest for truth and autonomy at the brink of tragedy.

Kindle Edition

Expected publication May 5, 2026

About the author

Rebecca A. Carter is a Spain-born author and musician represented by Alex Land at MWLA. Currently living in Madrid, she dreams of moving north, ideally to the beautiful yet rainier shores of England. Her debut novel, AN INHERITANCE OF LIES, comes out on May 5, 2026 with Lake Union. She writes adult, new adult, and young adult historical fiction, romance, paranormal, speculative, fantasy, dystopias, horror, and dark academia—among many other genres. When she’s not writing, you’ll find her singing, enjoying long strolls in nature, listening to music, baton twirling, lyrical dancing, or pulling tarot cards. Among particular interests, the Titanic, history, bridal gowns, interior design, candles, and cats.

Reviews

[Megan Shunmugam · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this book, I love this author. Auto buy for me!!

[Kiara Mars · Rating 5 out of 5]

I had the opportunity to read an earlier version of this book and I can't wait to read it again when it's finally out in the world!
Rebecca's writing is immersive and the story so gripping.