Seven keys to baldpate

A tale of mystery and solitude at baldpate inn

Earl Derr Biggers

196 pages, parution le 23/06/2023

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Texte à corriger : "Seven Keys to Baldpate" by Earl Derr Biggers is a captivating novel that intertwines mystery, humor, and romance. The story begins with Billy Magee, a successful novelist seeking solitude to write a serious literary work, arriving at the deserted Baldpate Inn during the off-season. Magee's quest for isolation is quickly disrupted by a series of unexpected visitors, each possessing a key to the supposedly locked inn. The first of these is Joseph Bland, a haberdasher with a fabricated tale of heartbreak, followed by Professor Thaddeus Bolton, who arrives with his own peculiar story. As Magee interacts with these characters, he discovers that each has a particular reason for being at the inn, and none are as they initially seem. The narrative unfolds with a blend of comedic and suspenseful elements, as Magee navigates the complexities of his guests' motives and the mysterious happenings at Baldpate. The novel explores themes of deception, the search for truth, and the contrast between one's public persona and private intentions. Through witty dialogue and engaging plot twists, Biggers crafts a story that keeps readers intrigued and entertained, ultimately revealing the unexpected connections between the characters and their secrets.