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bookishchaos 's review for:
The Shining
by Stephen King
dark
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
N/A
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
The movie doesn't hold a candle to the book. The slow build up to insanity and the constant feeling that something is "off", was very well written. This is definitely one of my favorite SK books. This also has a sequel called Doctor Sleep.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcoholism, Child abuse, Domestic abuse
Moderate: Sexual content, Murder
Minor: Pedophilia, Racial slurs, Car accident