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3.49 AVERAGE
3.49 AVERAGE
This was my first Stephen King book and let’s just say I was…disappointed…
I don’t understand where he came up with this idea but it just seemed so RANDOM. An overweight guy has beef with a lesbian couple but try’s to extend an olive branch to them while also having a personal issue of decreasing weight, to the point where he floats away…It doesn’t make sense!
I only gave it two stars because it was so random that it was a little intriguing but also nothing was climatic. And the politics that was sprinkled in was annoying because he bashed my president. And no one avoids a restaurant because it’s owned by lesbians, they might avoid it though because they didn’t sell meat!
I don’t understand where he came up with this idea but it just seemed so RANDOM. An overweight guy has beef with a lesbian couple but try’s to extend an olive branch to them while also having a personal issue of decreasing weight, to the point where he floats away…It doesn’t make sense!
I only gave it two stars because it was so random that it was a little intriguing but also nothing was climatic. And the politics that was sprinkled in was annoying because he bashed my president. And no one avoids a restaurant because it’s owned by lesbians, they might avoid it though because they didn’t sell meat!
Not his most riveting stories, "Elevation" and "Laurie" nonetheless have a certain charm. "Elevation", while a story of something pretty bizarre happening to main character Scott, is also a story about extending kindness, tolerance and respect to those around us. And "Laurie" is about the slow thawing of grief through caring for a new puppy in the main character's life.
Neither of these stories has King's horror; both are small stories about the little, important things in life, such as friendship and love. "Elevation" had me tearing up at its end, while "Laurie" had me nodding along with the main character's words at the end. The stories were small, tight, and had me remembering that King is a pretty versatile author.
Neither of these stories has King's horror; both are small stories about the little, important things in life, such as friendship and love. "Elevation" had me tearing up at its end, while "Laurie" had me nodding along with the main character's words at the end. The stories were small, tight, and had me remembering that King is a pretty versatile author.
This is not a horror story. It's a quick and slightly strange story with a happy ending. Not typical Stephen King.
emotional
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This is a story that did not need to be told. It wasn’t particularly compelling, and every character seemed incredibly underwhelming/under-developed. The straight male lead didn’t help matters. I wouldn’t say it was problematic, but it was a poor/disorganized representation of all involved. It wasn’t the worst thing I have ever read, but I would not recommend this book.
This was cute. That’s about all I got. Easy listen and an simple flow, but no true substance beyond the obvious.
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
I bought Elevation because it was a quick read that would help add a notch to my 2024 reading goal.
Little did I expect it would be the kind of book that would have me in tears at 2 in the morning, reflecting on the meaning of life and what it means to express empathy and show true humanity towards those we may view as “those people.”
Stephen King took a leap from his usual horror into exploring the idea that people’s differences don’t hold as much weight once they recognize the commonalities they share with others. That said, it can be argued that this view leans on the naive side of believing that all human beings wish the best for their fellow man at their cores, but I’m willing to accept this perspective for the sake of the story and the desire of wishing it was true.
Little did I expect it would be the kind of book that would have me in tears at 2 in the morning, reflecting on the meaning of life and what it means to express empathy and show true humanity towards those we may view as “those people.”
Stephen King took a leap from his usual horror into exploring the idea that people’s differences don’t hold as much weight once they recognize the commonalities they share with others. That said, it can be argued that this view leans on the naive side of believing that all human beings wish the best for their fellow man at their cores, but I’m willing to accept this perspective for the sake of the story and the desire of wishing it was true.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Chronic illness
Moderate: Lesbophobia
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Loved it! Stephen King is mostly known for his horror novels but I think he can write anything. ELEVATION was a quick, easy read that I just thoroughly enjoyed. King's writing style just always seems to draw me in and keep my attention from start to finish. If you're looking for a light read, I can't highly recommend this one more.
Short and interesting, a nice afternoon read from a decent author.