"Love Or Money" by Rowena Akinyemi is a short mystery novel, part of the Oxford Bookworms Library, designed for English language learners. The central plot revolves around Molly Clarkson, a very rich woman celebrating her fiftieth birthday.
Here's a summary of the
key elements:
- Molly's Birthday Party:
Molly Clarkson is having a small birthday party with only a few guests.
However, these guests (and other relatives not present) all have one thing
in common: they desperately need Molly's money.
- The Inheritance:
Molly is aware that her family and acquaintances are primarily interested
in her wealth. She is reluctant to give them more money and often makes it
clear they will have to wait until she dies to inherit anything.
- The Murder:
On the night of her fiftieth birthday party, Molly Clarkson is found dead.
It quickly becomes clear that she was murdered, and the immediate suspects
are those closest to her who stand to gain from her death.
- The Investigation:
Detective Inspector Walsh and Sergeant Foster are brought in to
investigate Molly's death. They interview the family members and piece
together the events of the night, uncovering motives and secrets.
- The Killer:
The story is a whodunit, with the detectives gradually narrowing down the
suspects. The twist in the end reveals the surprising identity of the
killer, often someone who seemed less likely or even professed love for
Molly. The motive is, as the title suggests, primarily about money.
The book explores themes
of greed, family relationships, and the corrupting influence of money, posing
the question: which is more important, love or money?
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