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Locke & Key, Vol. 5: Clockworks

Joe Hill
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Locke & Key, Vol. 5: Clockworks

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2013

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Joe Hill

Locke & Key, Vol. 5: Clockworks

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2013
Book Details
Pages

160

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Keyhouse, Massachusetts • 1980s

Publication Year

2013

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

16-18 years

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Super Short Summary

In Locke & Key, Vol. 5: Clockworks by Joe Hill, individuals explore the past of Keyhouse, unveiling the origins of its magical keys that influence present events. The narrative delves into historical secrets and pivotal moments, offering insights that shape the ongoing struggle surrounding the keys and their power.

Mysterious

Dark

Suspenseful

Fantastical

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

4.6

35,839 ratings

91%

Loved it

7%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Locke & Key, Vol. 5: Clockworks by Joe Hill is praised for its intricate storytelling and engrossing artwork, deepening the series' lore with a compelling backstory. Some readers find its pacing slower and the plot complex. Overall, it successfully balances horror and fantasy, captivating fans while leaving them eager for the series' conclusion.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Locke & Key, Vol. 5: Clockworks?

Readers who enjoy Locke & Key, Vol. 5: Clockworks by Joe Hill typically appreciate dark fantasy, intricate plots, and graphic storytelling. Fans of Neil Gaiman's The Sandman and Alan Moore's Watchmen would likely relish this series for its rich mythology and suspenseful narrative.

4.6

35,839 ratings

91%

Loved it

7%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

160

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Keyhouse, Massachusetts • 1980s

Publication Year

2013

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

16-18 years

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