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The Shining
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Cas
Dec 16, 2009 rated it really liked it
Why did it take me so long to read this? Completely different from the movie both in plot and tone. Excellent, engrossing storytelling as usual from Mr. King. So happy I can go right into Doctor Sleep.
Monique
Sep 28, 2013 rated it really liked it
Scary stuff here; definitely not the best bedtime reading... written back when King was still good! I plan to read Dr Sleep next, but I'm not holding my breath that it will be as good ;/ ...more
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