The Westing Game
The Westing Game by Ellen Raskin, published by Penguin on September 28, 2021, is a 192-page work in English that presents a unique mystery. The story unfolds as sixteen unlikely heirs gather for the reading of the peculiar will of the wealthy Samuel W. Westing. They are thrust into a game where their fortunes depend on solving a complex puzzle, leading them through a series of unexpected challenges and twists.
Readers will encounter a richly woven narrative filled with humor and suspense, as the characters navigate blizzards, burglaries, and bombings in their quest for answers. The plot is intricately designed, showcasing Raskin’s talent for creating engaging mysteries that appeal to young readers. With themes of intrigue and clever wordplay, this edition of The Westing Game continues to resonate with new generations.
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NEWBERY MEDAL WINNER • Ellen Raskin’s unforgettable, timeless classic continues to be cherished by young readers of each new generation.
“Great fun for those who enjoy illusion, word play, or sleight of hand.” —The New York Times Book Review
A highly inventive mystery begins when sixteen unlikely people gather for the reading of the very strange will of the very rich Samuel W. Westing. They could become millionaires, depending on how they play a game. All they have to do is find the answer—but the answer to what? The Westing game is tricky and dangerous, but the heirs play on—through blizzards, burglaries, and bombings. Sam Westing may be dead … but that won’t stop him from playing one last game!
Ellen Raskin has created a remarkable cast of characters in a puzzle-knotted, word-twisting plot filled with humor, intrigue, and suspense.
Winner of the Boston Globe/Horn Book Award • An ALA Notable Book • A School Library Journal One Hundred Books That Shaped the Century
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