Underlying Love A Worthington Ohio Mystery

<p>It's 1941 in the quaint Village of Worthington Ohio. Life is changing at the end of the Great Depression. Elizabeth Russo 23 teaches elementary school but feels uncertain about her future. Her Sicilian immigrant father ran The Red and White a popular village general store.</p><p> </p><p>Five years prior Elizabeth's high school sweetheart Samuel left the village abruptly leaving her with unanswered questions. Now engaged to George The Red and White's accountant Elizabeth still can't forget Samuel.</p><p> </p><p>When her father tragically passes away Elizabeth and her mother are forced to manage the store. Her mother's departure to care for a sick relative in Cincinnati leaves Elizabeth alone. Upon her return she hears a scream and sees a figure fleeing. The village banker Mr. Collins is found murdered with suspicion falling on a local hobo.</p><p> </p><p>Elizabeth and her quirky neighbor Betty Whimsfeld investigate the murder. As they uncover village secrets Elizabeth struggles with her feelings for George and Samuel.</p><p> </p><p>Will Elizabeth solve the murder mystery? Will she choose her stable engagement or risk rekindling an old flame? In <u>Underlying Love A Worthington Ohio Mystery</u> answers await beneath the surface.</p><p> </p><p>(This book was written with AI assistance.)</p>