The Inheritance Games

Like Avery Grambs, the protagonist Stevie Bell is a sharp, observant outsider thrust into a high-stakes, puzzle-filled environment at a prestigious boarding school. The blend of a modern-day mystery intertwined with a cold case from the past will resonate deeply with fans of the Hawthorne House puzzles.

This book features a tenacious, intelligent female protagonist who dives into a dangerous investigation, mirroring Avery's relentless pursuit of the truth behind the Hawthorne inheritance. The fast-paced, addictive investigation style makes it a perfect follow-up for readers who enjoyed the high-stakes mystery of Barnes's series.

This novel captures the same 'high schoolers caught in a dangerous game' energy, where secrets are currency and everyone is a suspect. Fans of the Hawthorne brothers' complex dynamics will appreciate the character-driven tension and the web of lies that keeps the reader guessing.

Written by the same author, this book offers a similar exploration of high-society secrets and a fish-out-of-water protagonist navigating a world of immense wealth and deception. It features the sharp, witty dialogue and intricate plot twists that Barnes is known for.

This is a classic puzzle-mystery that serves as the spiritual ancestor to The Inheritance Games, featuring a group of strangers brought together by a deceased eccentric billionaire's will. Readers who loved the riddles, games, and the race to solve the inheritance will find this essential reading.

This thriller explores the cutthroat world of elite prep school admissions, echoing the competitive and often ruthless nature of the Hawthorne family. It captures the same feeling of 'wealthy teens behaving badly' and features a high-stakes mystery that keeps the tension mounting.

When a group of students is trapped in a room and forced to make impossible choices by a mysterious mastermind, the stakes become life-or-death, much like the games played at Hawthorne House. It is a tightly wound, suspenseful read that fans of the 'game' aspect of Barnes's work will devour.

While more atmospheric and gothic, this story of a girl uncovering the dark, hidden history of her family estate will appeal to fans who loved the eerie, puzzle-filled setting of Hawthorne House. It shares the same sense of discovery and the burden of a mysterious lineage.

This gripping mystery centers on a girl trying to uncover the truth behind a series of tragic events in her town, echoing the way Avery must piece together the Hawthorne family history. It is a dark, character-focused thriller that rewards readers who enjoy unraveling complex, layered secrets.

This high-stakes thriller set in an elite private school features a 'game' orchestrated by an anonymous tormentor, mirroring the manipulative and dangerous atmosphere of The Inheritance Games. It combines social commentary with a fast-paced, twisty plot that fans of Barnes's work will find incredibly compelling.