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Brewster's millions

by George Barr McCutcheon

Monty Brewster is about to inherit a fortune—twice. But there’s a catch. After receiving a modest sum from a distant relative, he learns that a mysterious second inheritance awaits him: seven million dollars. However, to claim it, he must first spend every penny of the first million within a single year, without telling anyone why. The rules are strict—no reckless giveaways, no assets retained, and no personal enrichment. What begins as an extravagant adventure soon becomes a nightmare as Brewster discovers that spending a fortune is far harder than he imagined. Friends and strangers alike complicate his mission, and the more he tries to squander his wealth, the more it seems to multiply. With time running out and his sanity on the line, Brewster’s bizarre challenge forces him to question the true value of money, friendship, and love. A witty and fast-paced tale of unexpected consequences and financial folly, Brewster's Millions is a timeless satire on wealth and society. Will Monty win his gamble, or will he be left with nothing? The answer is as surprising as the challenge itself.

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  1. Which character stayed with you after you turned the last page, and why?
  2. Was there a moment where you disagreed with a character’s choice? What would you have done?
  3. What theme did this book keep circling back to — and did it earn its ending?
  4. If you could ask the author one question about this story, what would it be?
  5. Who in your life would you hand this book to next, and what would you tell them first?