The Middleton's are a prominent, wealthy and aristocratic family.  Adam and Maggie Middleton wanted to make sure that their land would be handed down and preserved for generations.  Victor, the eldest son, always felt shunned by his father, Adam.  Max, the youngest son, was Adam's favorite.  Victor who was always in the shadows vowed to get revenge on Max after years of resentment.  The reading of their father's will, brings Victor's jealousy of Max to a breaking point.  Victor's seething anger leads him on a vengeful path to destroy his brother's life.

Mira F. DiNatale brings out in her book The Will what dark secrets can surface when a family's will is read.  And will forgiveness and faith win out in the end.