Frankenstein

"the print of the murderer's finger was on his neck" page 47

Only two things are certain in life, death and taxes. In this case the book heavily presents death repeatedly. Beaufort died, resulting indirectly to the existence of Victor. Victor's mother died. William is murdered. Justine is put to death. The results of the early deaths can be bridged to positivity. Beaufort died, but out of his death flourished a loving relationship that planted the seed for Victor's birth. Victor's mother dies, but her death illuminates her benevolent disposition. The last two deaths resulted from and evil deed, only present grief.