Bag of Bones
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Super Short Summary
Bag of Bones by Stephen King follows author Mike Noonan, who, suffering from writer’s block after his wife's death, isolates himself at his lake house in TR-90, Maine. There, he encounters a young mother and her daughter, uncovers a town curse involving ghostly apparitions, and deals with supernatural threats to rescue them. Themes of violence and death are present.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Stephen King's Bag of Bones is lauded for its compelling storytelling and richly detailed characters, immersing readers in a haunting, atmospheric tale. Critics praise its exploration of grief and writer's block but note the pacing can be slow and the plot occasionally convoluted. Nonetheless, it remains a powerful, evocative read.
Who Should Read Bag of Bones?
Readers who enjoy the intricacies of psychological horror, nuanced character development, and supernatural elements would be captivated by Stephen King's Bag of Bones. Fans of King's other works, like The Shining or Lisey's Story, and those who gravitate toward the atmospheric tension found in Shirley Jackson's The Haunting of Hill House, will find much to appreciate.
RecommendedReading Age
18+yearsBook Details
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