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3.54 AVERAGE
3.54 AVERAGE
this was one of the first king books i ever read at like 12/13 and it’s still one of the only werewolf books/any media that i enjoy
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fast-paced
A very short (especially in King's standards) but good story with beautiful illustrations by Bernie Wrightson. A bit predictable but an enjoyable book!
I’ve wanted to read this one for a very long time. I’m not even sure how I let this small piece of vintage Stephen King slip past me for so long. The Cycle of the Werewolf is a series of twelve interlocking flash fiction segments, one for each full moon of the year. It’s also well illustrated by Berni Wrightson. Like so many of King’s stories, it’s set in Maine and a werewolf has come to town. For the first half we see him through the eyes of his victims.
Once July rolls around, we meet a wheelchair bounded young man, Marty, who survives the attack. Marty will be pivotal in stopping the werewolf provided he lives long enough.
This is a fun anthology. Keeping in mind though it was written in the early 80s so some of it would be considered very politically incorrect these days. There is one thing off with the art, it sort of precedes the text spoiling the twists. The art itself is fantastic though. It’s classic King and well worth reading.
Once July rolls around, we meet a wheelchair bounded young man, Marty, who survives the attack. Marty will be pivotal in stopping the werewolf provided he lives long enough.
This is a fun anthology. Keeping in mind though it was written in the early 80s so some of it would be considered very politically incorrect these days. There is one thing off with the art, it sort of precedes the text spoiling the twists. The art itself is fantastic though. It’s classic King and well worth reading.
dark
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
dark
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Honestly such a fun short book. Took me about 2 hours to read and I enjoyed every second of it. Only complaint is that I wish it had been a bit longer.