Description
Sixteen eccentric heirs are summoned to the reading of the will of the enigmatic millionaire, Samuel W. Westing, only to discover that his death is merely the beginning of his final, elaborate game. Tasked with solving the mystery of his demise, these unlikely participants find themselves entangled in a web of secrets, deception, and unexpected alliances. As they race against time and each other, they must unravel clues and confront their own hidden motives to inherit a fortune that may be more than they bargained for. Ellen Raskin masterfully crafts a suspenseful and witty puzzle, exploring themes of identity, greed, and the true meaning of family.
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Puffin
Published Apr 12, 2004
192 pages
ISBN: 9780142401200
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First Published
1978
Language
eng
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