My stepmother called and told me, “You’re banned from the family beach house. I changed every lock.” She sounded almost delighted. I simply replied, “Thanks for the update.” What she didn’t know was that my mom had placed the house in a private trust under my name before she passed away.

me a small nod. “You’re strong, Rebecca. Your mother would be proud of you. But this fight is far from over. Diana won’t let go of her desire to control this place, and she’s already shown she’s willing to do anything to get her way.”

I turned to face her fully. “What do you mean? What else could she possibly do?”

Evelyn’s face tightened, her sharp eyes continue reading …