The Dead Key
The Dead Key
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2015
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Cleveland, Ohio • 1990s
2015
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Dead Key by D.M. Pulley is a mystery novel that intertwines the stories of two women separated by two decades. In 1978, an engineer investigates a bank's sudden closure, while in 1998, an intern uncovers disturbing secrets within the abandoned building. Both narratives explore corruption, hidden agendas, and long-buried truths.
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D.M. Pulley's The Dead Key captivates with an engrossing dual-timeline mystery and rich historical detail. Readers praised its compelling plot and vivid atmosphere. Some critics noted a slow pace and convoluted resolution. Overall, it intrigues with suspense and a well-developed narrative, though some complexity could be clearer.
Who Should Read The Dead Key?
Readers who enjoy suspenseful, dual-timeline mysteries like The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins or the gripping secrets of Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn will find D.M. Pulley's The Dead Key captivating. The book intertwines 1978 and 1998 Cleveland bank scandals, appealing to those who relish intricate plots and historical intrigue.
64,895 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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477
Novel • Fiction
Cleveland, Ohio • 1990s
2015
Adult
18+ years
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