Michael J. Piatt
The Key on Edge is a mystery novel for young adults centered around a group of first-year high school students in a small town. They call themselves the Sharefield Gang. The gang gets involved in a theater production that mysteriously begins to play out in their real lives. Dion, one of the stronger personalities in the gang, discovers a magic key from the theater production in a most unexpected place. This sets the gang on a journey to figure out just who wrote the manuscript, and why parts of it keep reoccurring in their lives. The gang bonds together through the agonizing challenges and utter confusion encountered throughout the story, which draws them ever closer as they begin to experience heartfelt hints of romance.The story is uplifting, without conflict or violence. This 'feel-good' inspiring mystery highlights misconceptions that, in the end, have plausible explanations. The author crafted this book to grasp the reader’s attention while simultaneously interjecting life lessons that demonstrate critical thinking. It teaches the creative process through simple examples of innovation spread throughout the story. A Discussion Guide at the end of the book reviews the lessons embedded within the story to support parents and educators. This book is the first in the Key Series. The series explores educational topics within the framework of mystery novels of fantasy and intrigue through the adventures of the Sharefield Gang of young adults. Come join their journey.
