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3.62 AVERAGE
3.62 AVERAGE
This is the first time I've read something of Stephen King. What a ride. At first I thought the writing was a bit slow but it is definitely worth it. Every detail I thought was not that important it was at the end. Amazing book, I literally felt everything the last few chapters. It kept me on edge, wanting to read more and more every time. 10/10 RECOMMEND
challenging
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gore, Violence, Murder
Moderate: Blood, Medical trauma
Minor: Miscarriage, Sexual violence
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
So creepy. An excellent take on ghosts.
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body horror, Child abuse, Cursing, Death, Drug use, Gore, Gun violence, Miscarriage, Physical abuse, Torture, Violence, Blood, Medical content, Kidnapping, Stalking, Murder, Schizophrenia/Psychosis , Pregnancy, Injury/Injury detail
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
The Dark Half by Stephen King
Book 21/60 of 2023
I will always marvel at King’s ability to have his books be so easy to read yet also have some of the most interesting, unique, and intricate plots. Whilst this one was a little predictable, I was still gripped. The crime elements of this book were awesome. I’d love to see a TV adaption of this; perhaps a new Mike Flanagan venture??? Still so upset that he never went through with his Revival adaptation.
Book 21/60 of 2023
I will always marvel at King’s ability to have his books be so easy to read yet also have some of the most interesting, unique, and intricate plots. Whilst this one was a little predictable, I was still gripped. The crime elements of this book were awesome. I’d love to see a TV adaption of this; perhaps a new Mike Flanagan venture??? Still so upset that he never went through with his Revival adaptation.
I enjoyed reading this and am always surprised when I realize I like horror (if this classifies as horror). I know I like mysteries and gore, but every time I read a Stephen King book, I'm surprised by how much I enjoy it. I think "Stephen King" should be genre because when I say something is "Stephen King-esque," everyone immediately understands.
Regarding the story and writing, I have nothing to say except that I really enjoyed it. The only reason it received a 4.5 🌟rating from me is that some things were predictable toward the end. The situation with the sparrows was predictable. I could say more, but I won't. I still really enjoyed it and would definitely recommend it
Regarding the story and writing, I have nothing to say except that I really enjoyed it. The only reason it received a 4.5 🌟rating from me is that some things were predictable toward the end. The situation with the sparrows was predictable. I could say more, but I won't. I still really enjoyed it and would definitely recommend it