Im a huge Stephen King fan and this book was great! Every story was captivating. Probably my favorite collection of short stories that he has put together. If you like horror, and you like Stephen King, you will like it darker.

I love reading these books. I read my first at my family house on Popham Beach. When it was included in the book it took me a few minutes to put my feet on the floor. I read “The shining” while night watchman at Sebasco Estates. I’ve read and reread almost everything Mr King has written. Having an author there for so much of my life is like a friendship. That friend can be weird, scary, intriguing and sometimes repulsive. Birds of a feather? Probably.

Others have it worse…

…but I hope he is okay and continuing to write. These stories seem a bit too morbid, even for this great horror author.

I’m always happy with Stephen King’s writing and this book of short stories wasn’t an exception!!!

Unlike most of his fans, I prefer Mr. King’s stories that feature his writing excellence over pure horror. This compilation of short stories is just that. Stellar story telling, well written, a pleasure to read.

One thing that cannot be denied about this work - it’s well written, and each story draws you in with the promise of some sort of exciting development or finale. After all these years, Stephen King continues to do that better than anyone. The issue for me is that those conclusions, in this series of short stories, are more thoughtful and occasionally thought provoking rather than horrifying or jarring. I have to admit, from the greatest horror writer of all time, that feels disappointing. Yet, it was the final story - The Answer Man - that convinced me to give this work at least a 3 and, in my opinion, making it worth reading. That story is reminiscent of The Shawshank Redemption in its slowly developing storytelling that leaves you craving each work, each plot point, until you reach an ending that, while not necessarily surprising, leaves you utterly fulfilled. It’s not a scary book by any stretch. If you want that, like I did, this probably isn’t for you. But if you love excellent storytelling by, quite possibly, the best to ever do it, pick up a copy.

Always a joy, SK. Constant reader.

This was my first short story book ever, and I loved every bit of it! This book is full of darkness, intrigue, and represents some great storytelling. Five stars hands-down, the best short story book out there. Great job Mr. King.

Good solid story telling is what this is.