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Ellen Raskin
Ellen Raskin wrote the Newbery Medal-winning mystery, The Westing Game. She was a master of clever puzzles and unforgettable characters, often weaving them into young adult fiction.
The Westing Game
Synopsis
Sixteen strangers are summoned to the reading of a millionaire's will, only to find themselves players in a dangerous game. Each heir receives a unique set of clues and a substantial sum of money, with the promise of a fortune for the one who can solve the mystery. As they navigate blizzards, burglaries, and even bombs, they must uncover the truth behind the eccentric Samuel Westing's death.
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Characters
Samuel WestingAntagonist
Samuel W. WestingCameo
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