The Inheritance of Silence

We are drawn to complex family relationships in fiction because they reflect our own realities.

explores the fallout for five brothers after their mother dies and father abandons them. Estrangement and Homecoming

• The Golden Child vs. The Scapegoat: One can do no wrong (until they do); one can do no right (until they save the family).
• The Twist: The Scapegoat usually has higher emotional intelligence. The Golden Child usually has higher anxiety. A great storyline forces them to switch roles under pressure.