The Grandest Game Series

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The Grandest Game is the first book in a new series by Jennifer Lynn Barnes, set in the universe of her Inheritance Games trilogy. Published on July 30, 2024, the novel invites readers into a high-stakes competition orchestrated by billionaire heiress Avery Grambs and the enigmatic Hawthorne brothers. 

Seven individuals, each holding a coveted golden ticket, are brought to a secluded island to participate in challenges that test their intellect, resilience, and determination. As the game unfolds, alliances form, secrets emerge, and the players confront their deepest desires and fears.

Aimed at readers aged 12+, The Grandest Game offers a complex plot and multifaceted characters, making it suitable for teenagers and young adults who enjoy intricate mysteries. The novel's themes of competition, strategy, and personal discovery resonate with readers who appreciate thought-provoking narratives and competitive shows like Traitors. Book 2: Glorious Rivals comes out in July 2025.

All The Grandest Game books in order:

Book 1: The Grandest Game (2024)
Book 2: Glorious Rivals (2025)
Book 3: The Gilded Blade (July 2026)

Book 1
Book 1

The Grandest Game

Impossible puzzles, shocking twists and addictive romance combine in this unmissable, brand-new mystery set in the #1 be... MoreThe Grandest Game

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Book 2
Book 2

Glorious Rivals

*Discover the ADDICTIVE, ROMANTIC and TWIST-FILLED series that has sold millions of copies around the world* FIVE PLAYER... MoreGlorious Rivals

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Book 3
Book 3

The Gilded Blade

6 MILLION COPIES SOLD OF THE #1 BESTSELLING SERIES!ALL GAMES MUST COME TO AN END.In the stunning finale to the global ph... MoreThe Gilded Blade

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