Where There's A Will

Where There's A Will is a mystery novel written by Mary Roberts Rinehart. The story revolves around the wealthy and eccentric patriarch of the family, Mr. Charles Caldwell, who passes away, leaving behind a large fortune and a will that is shrouded in mystery. The family members, who are all potential heirs, are gathered at the Caldwell estate to hear the reading of the will. However, things take a sinister turn when one of the family members is found dead, and it becomes clear that someone is willing to go to great lengths to secure their inheritance.The novel follows the investigation of the murder by the detective Mr. Jameson, who is aided by the Caldwell family lawyer, Mr. Holcombe. As they delve deeper into the case, they uncover a web of secrets, lies, and deceit within the Caldwell family, making it difficult to determine who the killer is. The plot twists and turns, keeping the reader guessing until the very end.Where There's A Will is a classic mystery novel that explores themes of greed, family dynamics, and the lengths people will go to for money. Mary Roberts Rinehart's writing style is engaging and suspenseful, making this book a must-read for fans of the mystery genre.1912. American writer of mystery novels known for their humor and ingenuity. The book begins: When it was all over Mr. Sam came out to the spring-house to say good-by to me before he and Mrs. Sam left. I hated to see him go, after all we had been through together, and I suppose he saw it in my face, for he came over close and stood looking down at me, and smiling. You saved us, Minnie, he said, and I needn�������t tell you we�������re grateful; but do you know what I think? he asked, pointing his long forefinger at me. I think you�������ve enjoyed it even when you were suffering most. Red-haired women are born to intrigue, as the sparks fly upward. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.