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Splitting Heirs (Empire State of Mind Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Diane Michaels (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.2 out of 5 stars 444 ratings

A dead-end career. A love life that’s DOA. When fate sends her on a wild goose chase, can she land the deal of a lifetime?

Struggling realtor Lauren Bent is desperate for a break. If she can’t close a deal soon, she’ll need more than her million-dollar dreams to pay her bills. But abandoning her chosen career is even harder than landing a sale.

When her wealthy great-aunt passes away, Lauren has a chance to turn everything around. To inherit the fortune, she must compete against her eccentric family in a contest. Between scheming relatives, accidentally setting fire to a client’s apartment, and a poodle mistaking her for a hydrant, winning seems like a long shot. And then she comes face-to-face with Johnny, her attractive high school nemesis. With him judging the tournament, her odds of surviving the competition sink lower than her sales numbers.

Lauren has every reason to walk away from it all. But something about Johnny—and her great-aunt’s mission—keeps drawing her back into the fray. Will her quest for success reward her with a prize beyond her wildest dreams?

Splitting Heirs is the lighthearted first book in the Empire State of Mind chick lit series. If you like laugh-out-loud humor, relationship drama, and zany characters, then this fast-paced story is for you.

Book 1: Splitting Heirs
Book 2: Last Resort
Book 3: Home Cooking
Book 4: Keyed Up
Book 5: Date Bloomer
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    209 pages
  3. Language
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  5. Publication date
    June 23, 2020
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A sweet, laugh-out-loud story

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"Quite possibly one of the best chick lits I've read by a mile." ★★★★★ A Quintillion Words

"Gorgeous read. Highly deserving of hundreds of stars." ★★★★★ Little Miss Book Lover 87

"Splitting Heirs by Diane Michaels is a funny but, in places, bittersweet story about life. It's really well-written, pulling you into the story right from the start and taking you on a journey of ups and downs, of fun and heartbreak; a story of decisions and choices. The characters are amazing, real people that you can really relate to and identify with in a fast-paced story with a few twists and turns to keep you on your toes. We all have dreams of what we want in life but few of us achieve them; Diane has written a story that anyone of us could be living right now, a real-life story with real-life issues. Great story, I really enjoyed reading it." ★★★★★ Anne-Marie Reynolds for Readers' Favorite

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B088TTMY7X
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ ArrowHeart Press
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ June 23, 2020
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 3.2 MB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 209 pages
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1735102207
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Book 1 of 5 ‏ : ‎ Empire State of Mind
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.2 out of 5 stars 444 ratings

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Diane Michaels is a professional harpist and author. She balances her fondness for ice cream with her enjoyment of working out and walking through the woods. When she is not spying on the world from behind her harp to collect ideas for her next book, she and her husband make up stories and songs for and about their miniature poodle, Lola. You can find our more about Ms. Michaels at dianemichaelsbooksandharp.com Click the follow button to be notified about her new books.

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Customers find this book delightful to read with interesting well-developed characters and a unique story plot that flows well. The writing style receives positive feedback, and one customer describes it as a great romantic comedy movie.

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13 customers mention "Readability"13 positive0 negative

Customers find the book delightful and entertaining to read.

"I very much enjoyed this book. I have read several of Diane Michaels’ books, and enjoy her breezy style of writing...." Read more

"...Overall -- enjoyable read." Read more

"...Well worth the read." Read more

"...This is an excellent book that gently leads us through the lives of the Piccolo family and helps us learn about a whole life Aunt Dorothy lived..." Read more

11 customers mention "Character development"11 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the well-developed characters in the book, with one customer noting how they help hold the personalities together and another mentioning how they identify with the family interactions.

"...deftly juggles a large, complicated family, while infusing the characters with realism and heart and wit...." Read more

"...In Splitting Heirs, I could definitely identify with the family interactions; sibling rivalries, family grudges, vying for approval, and trying to..." Read more

"The story flows very well. I enjoyed the characters and couldn't help picturing people I know, with the same behavior traits, in their rolls." Read more

"I felt like I was in NYC again. It was certainly a more likable character than some of beleaguered Lauren’s relatives...." Read more

8 customers mention "Storyline"8 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the storyline of the book, with its unique plot and well-flowing narrative, and one customer notes how the evolving story kept them engaged.

"...The author deftly juggles a large, complicated family, while infusing the characters with realism and heart and wit...." Read more

"The story flows very well. I enjoyed the characters and couldn't help picturing people I know, with the same behavior traits, in their rolls." Read more

"Story well developed. Unusual events and storyline. Kept reader interested in how story would evolve. Totally recommend this book to all." Read more

"This was a unique story plot with lots of characters...had a little trouble keeping them straight in the beginning...." Read more

5 customers mention "Writing style"5 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the writing style of the book, with one mentioning it is easy to read.

"...I have read several of Diane Michaels’ books, and enjoy her breezy style of writing...." Read more

"...To work such a social justice issue into a romance takes great writing. Well worth the read." Read more

"...Smoothly written, fast paced read that leaves one really caring about the characters and who will inherit the fortune." Read more

"Easy to read and fast paced! Loved the characters and story line! Felt like I was really in New York!" Read more

3 customers mention "Romance"3 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the romance in the book, with one describing it as a clean romance and another noting it's a great romantic comedy movie.

"This book was like a great romantic comedy movie ... even when you’re pretty sure who will end up with whom, the story is still surprising in so..." Read more

"...This is a clean romance, which was one of the other good features." Read more

"...greatest, acceptable unfairness and the best of unconditional, unexplainable love...." Read more

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  • Esperanza
    5.0 out of 5 stars Totally delightful
    Reviewed in the United States on July 4, 2020
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    This book was like a great romantic comedy movie ... even when you’re pretty sure who will end up with whom, the story is still surprising in so many ways! The author deftly juggles a large, complicated family, while infusing the characters with realism and heart and wit. Also I loved the way it describes the whole gamut of NYC real estate. Can’t wait for the next book to come out!
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  • Doug or Kaz
    4.0 out of 5 stars Splitting Heirs - a nice visit with an NYC family :)
    Reviewed in the United States on August 11, 2020
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    I very much enjoyed this book. I have read several of Diane Michaels’ books, and enjoy her breezy style of writing. I particularly like that she can transport me fully into many different worlds - musician, artist, real estate lady and more.
    In Splitting Heirs, I could definitely identify with the family interactions; sibling rivalries, family grudges, vying for approval, and trying to make your own way with and despite family support/judgements. Lauren goes through several self transformations which are completely recognizable in my own ‘I think I’ll do better if I try to do this differently’ kind of way.
    The rush of new love, as well as despair with fighting with the ones we love, is well captured.
    I’m glad the author mentions the current global situation in the end notes, because that was running around in my head while reading. ‘Social distancing!’ I kept shouting in my head. Ms Michaels called it a love letter to NYC - and I love that.
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  • Annie
    3.0 out of 5 stars Had to build, but then very good
    Reviewed in the United States on February 11, 2023
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    I almost stopped reading, as it 1st no character was appealing. Then the lead grew on me, as to the curiosity of where the book would go. Overall --
    enjoyable read.
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  • Lee Ann
    5.0 out of 5 stars Good read
    Reviewed in the United States on April 19, 2023
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    The story flows very well. I enjoyed the characters and couldn't help picturing people I know, with the same behavior traits, in their rolls.
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  • EBBrewer
    4.0 out of 5 stars interesting well-developed characters. very unusual plots.
    Reviewed in the United States on September 7, 2023
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    Story well developed. Unusual events and storyline. Kept reader interested in how story would evolve. Totally recommend this book to all.
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  • Nicki Conroy
    5.0 out of 5 stars Interesting Read
    Reviewed in the United States on February 1, 2023
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    While I've only been to New York City three or four times, I know the struggle four suitable housing is real ... And not just in NYC. To work such a social justice issue into a romance takes great writing. Well worth the read.
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  • Katie
    4.0 out of 5 stars NYC a character
    Reviewed in the United States on January 4, 2023
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    I felt like I was in NYC again. It was certainly a more likable character than some of beleaguered Lauren’s relatives. I enjoyed Lauren’s growth and her coming to understand what a natural fit she was for Aunt Donna‘a legacy. Looking forward to Emma’s story …
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  • Illinois Reader
    5.0 out of 5 stars A quest for the best heir
    Reviewed in the United States on August 16, 2020
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    Lauren Piccolo has real estate running through her veins. Daughter of agents, she is also the great-niece of one of Manhattan's most successful and compassionate real estate moguls.When that great aunt (Dorothy) dies suddenly, the family is thrown into a quest. The prize? Aunt Dorothy's millions. Along the way, the true nature of family members is revealed.
    This is an excellent book that gently leads us through the lives of the Piccolo family and helps us learn about a whole life Aunt Dorothy lived without her family's support or knowledge.
    Interesting characters and realistic descriptions make this a delightful book to read.
    I loved it!
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  • Ceri Evans
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fun and original romantic fiction!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 28, 2020
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    This is an original and well written novel, which I have really enjoyed.

    The plot is original as it follows two life changing events in Lauren's life and explores the impact of them on her mental and emotional wellbeing. The first is meeting (or re-meeting) Johnny, and the second is the death of her beloved but somewhat neglected great aunt Donna.

    The two plot points are intertwined perfectly and serve the reader well as it helps us to really get to know Lauren and see her develop as a character. I could really identify with her as she grew through the book and ended up on a completely different trajectory and life path than we first thought.

    Though dealing with the somewhat serious issues of love & death, the tone and style of the writing is lighthearted and there are lots of funny moments in the book.

    This has been an entertaining and thought provoking read as it's left me feeling totally empathetic towards Lauren and wondering what I would do in her shoes.

    Undoubtedly a five star read and a must buy for fans of fun, original romantic fiction!
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  • D. C. A. Price
    4.0 out of 5 stars Great if you love New York!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 29, 2021
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    Just spotted this advertised on Kindle and thought I'd give it a try. Very chick lit, which wasn't really a surprise judging by the cover and blurb. However, I'm a Brit who loves New York, and that was what sold it to me. The story itself, whilst well-written, is very far-fetched and a bit tedious at times with the "will they/won.t they" romance, but it was a bit of light-hearted fun, tho I don't think I'll be reading any more of Ms Michaels' books. However, if you really enjoy chick lit with a bit of comedy, then you may well enjoy this particular novel.
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  • Emily Quinn
    5.0 out of 5 stars Argh, this book!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 23, 2020
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    Quite possibly one of the best chick lits I’ve read by a mile. It’s filled with wonderful characters, a very engaging plot and is just the perfect book for a quiet night in. I guess we’re all having a lot of those right now!

    A perfect balance of humour and intrigue hit me from the very first page. You know that feeling you get when you don’t even have to read much to know that a book will be truly fabulous? That was exactly what I experienced here, and the pages that followed were just as witty and wonderful. Lauren is such a likeable character and is a real dreamer – in fact, she dreams big, especially where her career is concerned. It was very refreshing seeing a female main character with ambition and determination, and it was really rather contagious.

    I enjoyed the book so much – from the hunt to find Aunt Donna’s perfect heir to understanding more about the importance of family, friendship and love, this story simply had everything I’d hoped, and more. The author’s humour, attention to detail and unique way of portraying her characters made this book so special, and I have no doubt in my mind that the next book in the series will impress just as much! A very worthy five stars – I definitely recommend this one for lovers of chick lit and a good old rom com.
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  • KT Walsh
    2.0 out of 5 stars Couldn't get into the book
    Reviewed in Canada on February 27, 2023
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    I just couldn't get into this book. I absolutely love this author but not this story. It was a tough read
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  • Mrs Joan Lucas
    4.0 out of 5 stars Quite easy to read.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 14, 2023
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    To read a ‘story’!
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