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The Running Man

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Is this a good book, or should I not even try it?
Thomas J Jameson Very good book! Read it in one go! Тhe action takes place relatively quickly and your interest is confined till the last page!
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Is it like I would picture a Stephen King book, a horror story that would give a kid nightmares (like IT)? Or is it different?
Joseph I would say it is not like a horror book with some supernatural element or demonic like entity such as an evil clown. The plot of the book is about a …moreI would say it is not like a horror book with some supernatural element or demonic like entity such as an evil clown. The plot of the book is about a man who decides to join a game show to earn money for his wife and daughter. The game show, though is about the man being chased after by law enforcement, hunters, and society wanting to turn you in if they find you in order to kill the person. The book can be scary for people who have paranoia or anxiety thinking they are being watched. It is more of a scare about the boogeyman of big brother/government and continuous gap of socioeconomic status in society.(less)
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What were the clicks/punches in Ben's card? He got them in the beginning when signing up for the competition. It was mentioned a couple times throughout the book but I never understood the significance.
Matilde Tonelli I think they were putting signs on people who looked a bit different and more interesting and perfect for the Running Man, but I'm not sure.…moreI think they were putting signs on people who looked a bit different and more interesting and perfect for the Running Man, but I'm not sure.(less)
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How similar is the book to the movie?
Joshua Peters Its nothing Like the movie, the movie is horrible! This story its full of conspiracy and suspense!
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I love the details of the world that King vividly creates here. Any recommendations about books that create a similarly vivid dystopic vision? Also would love books about games and competition - not necessarily deadly...and yeah I know about Hunger Games : ) thanks!
Matt Reardon Ready Player One
Station Eleven
The Dog Stars
The Road
Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?
Pines…moreReady Player One
Station Eleven
The Dog Stars
The Road
Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?
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