'Inheritance' is a riveting memoir by Dani Shapiro that chronicles her shocking discovery and the emotional journey that ensued after a DNA test revealed her father was not her biological parent. As she delves into the secrets that have long shrouded her family's history, Shapiro explores what identity truly means and how the ever-evolving landscape of science and technology impacts our most intimate sense of self. The memoir unveils a deeply personal investigation that raises profound questions about the nature of family, love, and the truths we build our lives upon. Shapiro's narrative is an intimate audit of her existence, a courageous confrontation of her heritage, and a poignant examination of the threads that weave the fabric of her being.