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A review by molly_greenshields
The Shining by Stephen King
challenging
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Ummmm so who knew I'd be a HUGE Stephen King girlie? Not usually my kinda genre but boy, did this book take me by surprise. I was absolutely blown away. Time to finally brave the film?
Graphic: Murder, Suicide, Violence, Alcoholism, Suicidal thoughts, Child abuse, Injury/Injury detail, Gore, Suicide attempt, Toxic relationship, Cursing, Death, Child death, and Blood