The Glass Key by Dashiell Hammett
The novel centers around a savvy political fixer who finds himself embroiled in a complex web of betrayal, corruption, and murder. As he navigates the gritty underworld of a corrupt city, he must use his wits and toughness to protect his boss's political interests, solve a friend's murder, and untangle his own complicated love affair. The story is a classic example of hard-boiled crime fiction, showcasing a world where loyalty is scarce and everyone has an angle to play.
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- Published
- 1931
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 218
- Original Language
- English
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- Alternate Titles
- None
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This book is on the following 5 lists:
- 31st on The Top 100 Crime Novels of All Time (Crime Writers' Association)
- 87th on The Top 100 Mystery Novels of All Time (Mystery Writers of America)
- 1000 Novels Everyone Must Read (The Guardian)
- Best Books (Fiction, Prose) : Experts Choose Their Favourites (The Book "Best Books")
- Haycraft-Queen Cornerstones (Murder For Pleasure (Book))