A review by the_anonymous_author
Carrie by Stephen King

dark emotional tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.5

Have religious trauma? What a wonderful way to relive it! Carrie is iconic of Stephen King for many reasons. As someone with some religious trauma it is both extremely satisfying to read and painful. In that way it retains it’s title as a truly timeless piece of horror. 

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