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DC's Greatest Detective Stories Ever Told #[nn]

Apr 2021 · DC · 19.99 USD; 25.99 CAD
“Skyscraper Death”

"Skyscraper Death" delivers a taut, early noir thriller from the legendary creators Jerome Siegel and Joe Shuster, showcasing their sharp storytelling and dynamic art in a tale that crackles with tension. When a deadly confrontation leaves Pete Graves dead and sets Slam on the run, a chain of betrayals unfolds as Shorty uncovers a sinister plot against steel workers—leading to a dramatic rescue from Jinx Tower and a final, unexpected confession. Michael Wm. Kaluta’s striking cover captures the story’s high-stakes drama, making this a standout in DC’s collection of classic detective tales.

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writer Jerome Siegel · artist, inker Joe Shuster · cover Michael Wm. Kaluta

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artist, inker Joe Shuster
cover pencils, inks Michael Wm. Kaluta

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Following a fight between Slam and Pete Graves, Graves is shot and killed. Slam is arrested but is released. Meanwhile, Shorty hitches a ride on the rear of the suspect lawyer's car, and learns of a plot to terrorize steel workers into joining a crooked union. Graves's sister tries to shoot Slam, but he decides that running is the most sensible option. Shorty is taken to Jinx Tower, where he is thrown off a girder, but is rescued by Slam swinging past on a rope. Slam gets the lawyer to confess everything and gets kissed by Sally Graves as a reward.

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