This highly frightening and at times nauseating book is unputdownable and yet I'm super happy now that I've finished it. I guess it seems so terrifying because cases similar to the one described in the book have actually happened. However, in the book the roles are reversed: the victim is a man, a famous author, who's being kept prisoner by this deranged woman - his "number one fan".
Meanwhile, the book is not only about violence and delirium, it gives a rare insight into the profession of a writer. It shows that writing is a gift - almost supernatural, granted to a lucky few. Even crazy Annie is in awe of her prisoner, Paul Sheldon's, writing talent. I really liked how the writer sort of "fell through a hole" when he started writing.
Moreover, I appreciated the main character's (the writer's) sense of humor. Strange as it may seem, some passages are hilarious.
To make a long story short, if you also wish "to fall through a hole" and forget about reality for a while, this novel is the perfect choice.
Your book reviews are always enjoyable to read. I'll probably never pick up a Steven King book up myself though. I'm far too much of a scaredy-cat for that. Edgar Allan Poe's works are the only horror stories I'm willing to read.
Oh, thank you so very much! Yes, Mr. King can be brutal. However, in my view, reality can sometimes be much scarier than any fiction.
If you think the book was brutal, don't watch the movie! I couldn't even get through it. Great post as always! Your English just gets better and better 👍🏻🤩
Thank you, Uly! This is very flattering.