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⌈ Secret Post #3703 ⌋

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Re: Stephen King

[(Anonymous)]

I actually really like Misery and think it's one of his better books, so you can take my recs with that in mind. But as people say, SK's books are actually quite varied in terms of plot. So if it was the plot that annoyed you, give some of his other books a go. But if it was the style, then you're probably not going to like his other books because he's pretty consistent in that and also characterisation.

If you didn't like how bleak Misery was, The Girl Who Loved Tom Gordon is definitely a good option - it's suspenseful, with some mystery elements (working out what's real and what's not).

Carrie would also be good because it's short, and even if you know what's going to happen it's a fun ride.

IT I really like - it's 60% character, for one. He also skillfully weaves the stories of the present and the past of the 6 kids, and switching the perpectives and timelines makes it more horror/thriller than straight horror. The ending is wack, but if you know that going in the rest of the ride is good enough to be worth it.

I'd say skip The Stand until you know you'd like to read more.

Salem's Lot and Pet Semetary I'd classify as more conventional horror.

Whatever you do, don't read the Mr Mercedes books - they're utter shite.

On Writing is part memoir, part writing advice, part life advice and 100% charm. It's also a super easy read.

The Dead Zone is fab, more thriller with supernatural elements than horror, and I think a particularly chilling read considering current American politics. Just a great premise for a book as well.

If you like dystopian books and/or want a short read try The Long Walk or The Running Man (yes, the movie with Arnold Schwarzenegger was based on this - just one of many movies you might not realise are based on Stephen King works). The Long Walk in particular I think is super underrated, it's such a simple premise but it gets to you.

If you like the TV show Haven, that was roughly based on King's novella The Colorado Kid. Haven't read it, but just in case it's up your alley.