Imprint and Inheritance is a dual timeline novel focusing on Julia; her mother, Colleen; and her schizophrenic grandmother, Fiana.

Most mothers would be proud of a daughter running a genetics research lab, but Colleen is dismissive of Julia and her accomplishments. Julia yearns for a deeper relationship, but Colleen wields combativeness like a shield. During regular visits with her dying mother, Julia’s research and the reality of her family dynamics begin to meld in ways she never expected.

Fiana’s promising life is turned upside-down as her illness and marriage to an alcoholic dreamer periodically overwhelm her. With the help of her brother, she desperately tries to remain virtuous and to love her daughters in spite of the dangers she experiences.

Imprint and Inheritance is a story of courageous mothers who do the best with what life gives them and daughters who try to love them as they are.