She inherited a legacy of ambition, betrayal, longing and secrets. In the shadow of Poisson Gold, a multi-billion-dollar gold mine conglomerate, a family's legacy unravels in a compelling tale that dives deep into the human psyche.

At the helm of this empire stands the enigmatic Abe Silver, a concentration camp survivor whose past holds secrets as complex as his fortune. With his health failing, Abe's last-minute will alters the course of history, leaving his daughter Ellie, a newly minted lawyer, to navigate a treacherous path to control the colossal riches.

As grieving Ellie grapples with the immense responsibility thrust upon her, she must confront not only the malignant opposition of her own family and the rigid glass ceiling, but also her deeply buried secret - her sexuality. Set against the backdrop of 2010, a time when LGBTQ+ acceptance was scarce, Ellie's struggle to reconcile her personal truth with her public façade adds an extra layer of complexity to this riveting narrative.

The novel seamlessly weaves between the present and the past, offering a poignant glimpse into the horrors of the Holocaust and Abe's incredible journey from a Polish concentration camp to Australia, where he emerged as a successful magnate. With two distinct viewpoints, from Abe's harrowing past to Ellie's contemporary challenges, the novel paints a vivid portrait of a family divided by ambition, betrayal and the enduring power of love.

PRAISE FOR GEORGE MALLORY'Hollywood will come calling!' Kate Mc Clymont, Chief Investigative Reporter, The Sydney Morning Herald'The writing is nothing short of exquisite, capturing the reader's attention from the first page and clasping it until the very end. Mallory does a great job in vividly drawing the characters, making them deeply relatable with their complexities and flaws.

The narrative is both a family saga and a historical epic, delving into the darkest corners of the human experience while also celebrating the resilience of the human spirit. This is a must-read novel for anyone who appreciates a story that is as intellectually stimulating as it is emotionally resonant.

Long after you turn the last page, this novel lingers in your mind, prompting you to ponder the intricacies of family, identity, and the inescapable shadows of the past. This is storytelling at its finest—a true literary gem.

I cannot wait for the sequel if you decide to write one. ' Jose Nodar, Writer and Reviewer, World Books'The Unexpected Heiress transcends time and weaves horrors from World War II with present-day challenges.

From Abe's harrowing past to Ellie's contemporary struggles, an embittered brother, a vacuous globetrotting socialite mother, and the betrayal of a much-loved kid brother, the novel paints a vivid portrait of a family divided by loyalties, lies and the enduring power of love. .

. this novel shines a light on what it is like to come from a family legacy and have that legacy fall on your shoulders, and the need to fight to keep it.

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. ' The Book Muse'The human spirit's resilience in the face of adversity takes centre stage in The Unexpected Heiress.

' Australian Book Lovers 'George writes with passion, honesty and grace. Lots of charismatic, creative and realistic characters and scenarios.

I enjoyed my glimpse into the riches of the Silver family when melodramatic daily life was the norm for them. It reminded me of an 80s glamorous tv series but set in the 2000s and in the realms of successful soap Dallas.

It is also reminiscent of the late great Sidney Sheldon, much in that same plot style. ' Happy Valley Books.