The Deadly Queen by Noella Briony

Some inherit wealth; others inherit a war. Briony Lambert thought she knew her place in the glittering world of high society, content to play the dutiful daughter in the shadow of her powerful family. But when a shocking revelation exposes a web of lies and hidden identities, Briony discovers she is not who she thought she was, and the Lambert fortune is rightfully hers. Suddenly thrust into the viper's nest that is the Lambert Mansion, Briony must navigate the treacherous landscape of family rivalries and long-held grudges to claim her birthright. This captivating saga of wealth, power, and betrayal plunges readers into the heart of a dysfunctional dynasty where loyalty is a rare commodity. As Briony grapples with her newfound identity and the weight of her family's legacy, she quickly learns that appearances can be deceiving and that those closest to you may be the ones you should fear the most. Her adopted sister, Noella, refuses to accept Briony’s ascent, fueling a bitter rivalry that threatens to consume them both. Noella's unwavering defiance and sharp wit make her a formidable opponent, and Briony soon realizes that securing her position at the top will be more challenging than she ever imagined. Navigating the opulent world of the Lamberts requires more than just inherited wealth; it demands cunning, strategy, and a willingness to play the game. Briony, determined to prove herself worthy of the Lambert name, finds herself embroiled in a series of power plays and alliances that blur the lines between right and wrong. Each step she takes towards solidifying her position seems to unearth another secret, another betrayal, another reason to question the true nature of her family. This compelling tale of ambition and deception explores the dark underbelly of privilege and the lengths to which people will go to protect their interests. As Briony delves deeper into the Lambert family's past, she uncovers a shocking truth that threatens to unravel everything she thought she knew. The truth about her family, the truth about Noella, and the truth about the source of the Lambert family’s vast wealth. With enemies closing in on all sides and the stakes higher than ever, Briony must make a difficult choice: succumb to the darkness that surrounds her or rise above it and forge her own destiny. But can she truly trust anyone in this world of cutthroat ambition? And what price will she ultimately have to pay to claim her rightful place as the heir to the Lambert fortune?