The Inheritance

by Pamela S. Thibodeaux

Widowed at age thirty-nine and suffering from empty nest syndrome, Rebecca Sinclair is overshadowed by grief and loneliness. Having spent over half of her life as a wife and mother, she has no idea what God has in store for her now. Will an unexpected inheritance in the wine country of New York bring meaning and purpose to her life and give her the courage to love again?

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First published April 27, 2007

About the author

Award winning Author, Pamela S. Thibodeaux is the Co-Founder and a lifetime member of Bayou Writers' Group in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Multi-published in romantic fiction and creative non-fiction, her writing has been tagged as, "Inspirational with an Edge!" and reviewed as "steamier and grittier than the typical Christian novel without decreasing the message."

Reviews

[Marianne Evans · Rating 5 out of 5]

Losing a spouse at a young, vital age, and emerging into a life that's all new, and all different (ie: The children are grown as well, evolving into their own lives...) is one of the most wrenching episodes a person can face in life. Hope vanishes, grief overwhelms. And where do you go from there? How do you start over and begin to live?

This story highlights just such circumstances - and does so beautifully.

The Inheritance explores issues of life change, faith, and embracing all things anew - all the while building upon the development of a romance that's waited for God's timing to come to fruition - and will give both Rebecca and Raymond the chance grow together and to love all over again. This is a refreshing, honest read about life, love and forgiveness that leaves me eager for more from Ms. Thibodeaux!

[JoAnn · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Inheritance is a very well written inspirational romance. I loved the plot and enjoyed the author’s writing. I recommend to readers who enjoy a good romance.

[Carol · Rating 4 out of 5]

The Inheritance is a story of restoration. Restoration of the heart, the life, the mind,, the Spirit, the relationships, her relationship with herself as she relies on her own ALMIGHTY GOD . She has to let go of her past, her children, her deceased husband, her distrust, her overwhelming loneliness and isolation and step on into a new world. One that could involve a man who adores her. Will she let her inheritance cloud her vision of him? There is one thing I didn't much care for, when the main character was slammed with something difficult and she was knocked off her feet per se, the other character ran and got her a cup of wine and he said that this will help you, sorry, It is like giving her a Xanax and saying here this will help you. Do not run to alcohol to cover up your problems. That is just my opinion.

[Carol · Rating 4 out of 5]

The Inheritance is a story of restoration. Restoration of the heart, the life, the mind,, the Spirit, the relationships, her relationship with herself as she relies on her own ALMIGHTY GOD . She has to let go of her past, her children, her deceased husband, her distrust, her overwhelming loneliness and isolation and step on into a new world. One that could involve a man who adores her. Will she let her inheritance cloud her vision of him? There is one thing I didn't much care for, when the main character was slammed with something difficult and she was knocked off her feet per se, the other character ran and got her a cup of wine and he said that this will help you, sorry, It is like giving her a Xanax and saying here this will help you. Do not run to alcohol to cover up your problems. That is just my opinion. I received a copy of this book from the Publisher and Netgalley; all of the opinions expressed in this review are all my own.

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[Lori · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a new to me author and I can appreciate this book in a few ways.
While I really can't connect with the characters I still enjoyed the story.
Sometimes changes in life happen too fast for us to comprehend without the good Lord's help. All we need to do is ask. But it's also hard to ask. I should know. I hate asking for anything.
I have received an inheritance from my grandmother but I don't think that's the same thing. But it's still an inheritance.
I haven't experienced empty nest syndrome yet and I dread the day I do. Because it's gonna feel mighty lonely without my baby. He's 18 and ready for college.
I can certainly understand her kids' reaction to another man around their mom. I'd be leary too.
I love this authors writing. She certainly can weave a good story and I love her faith filled messages.
Jesus said "I will go and prepare a place for you."
My greatest inheritance is in heaven. I can't wait to see Jesus!! Isn't He wonderful?
My thanks to Netgalley. NO compensations were received. All opinions are my own.

[Sherri Ferguson · Rating 3 out of 5]

I enjoyed the storyline of a widow in her 40's, Rebecca, meeting a nice man, Ray. Ray had some serious childhood issues that she helps him deal with. Rebecca's grown children react cautiously to the new man in their mother's life, which is understandable. There's even a little mystery that shows up in the story.
However, I really did not like the problems with intimacy that these two kept circling around. It would seem more normal if it was just a small part of the story, but almost every chapter had Ray and Rebecca fighting their urges or her running away crying or him getting mad. I felt this part of the story took away from a great storyline.

[Peggy Ellis · Rating 5 out of 5]

I missed The Inheritance when Ms. Thibodeaux first published it, so I’m pleased to have this second chance. Rebecca has a second change, too, the chance to have the love she dreamed of. A widowed empty nester at age 40, can she set aside grief and perceived failure and accept Ray’s love? Highly recommended inspirational romance.