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Insomnia by Stephen King
2.0
adventurous dark mysterious tense slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Complicated
Loveable characters: No
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

Insomnia by Stephen King is a novel that tells the story of Ralph Roberts, an elderly man who begins experiencing strange and terrifying phenomena after his wife dies. While the novel has some interesting ideas and themes, it is overly long and meandering, and the plot is often confusing and difficult to follow. Additionally, the characters are largely unlikable and difficult to relate to, and the novel is often bogged down by excessive detail and unnecessary subplots. Overall, Insomnia is a disappointing read that is unlikely to appeal to most readers.

The novel follows Ralph Roberts as he begins experiencing strange and terrifying phenomena after his wife dies. While the novel has some interesting ideas and themes, such as the nature of reality and the power of the human mind, the plot is often confusing and difficult to follow. Additionally, the characters are largely unlikable and difficult to relate to, and the novel is often bogged down by excessive detail and unnecessary subplots. While King's writing is as engaging as ever, the overall effect is one of frustration and disappointment. Overall, Insomnia is a disappointing read that is unlikely to appeal to most readers.