Fall From Grace Av Richard North Patterson

<p><b>''This is a high-profile death with several possible explanations. Which can be summarized as jumped, fell or pushed.'' <br></b><br>Adam Blaine returns to Martha''s Vineyard out of duty rather than grief, after his father - bestselling author and celebrated human rights activist Benjamin Blaine - falls to his death. <br><br>Having been estranged from his father for ten years, Adam is surprised to discover himself appointed the executor of his estate; especially as the will disinherits Adam''s family, leaving their wealth and home to Ben''s recent lover, young actress Carla Pacelli. <br><br><b>Adam''s mission - to undo the will and protect his blood, whether innocent or guilty, from criminal charges - forces him to confront his own past, and pulls him into a labyrinth of lies, deception and betrayal . . .</b></p>