William King answers “I haven't read this book, but have wanted...”

S.J. Romero asked this question about The Gunslinger (The Dark Tower, #1):

I haven't read this book, but have wanted to for some time. My hesitation is that some of King's works can start great, but end a bit flat. IT and The Stand are two examples. Both started great and powered along for about 95% of the story, only to run out of steam in the end. Not sure I want to spend the time on DT if it ends in such a way. Any encouraging words to ease my concerns? Thanks in advance.

William King I read The Stand and many other King novels. The DT series is great. I would not hesitate to read it again. I actually laughed at the way SK ended it …moreI read The Stand and many other King novels. The DT series is great. I would not hesitate to read it again. I actually laughed at the way SK ended it (the irony). Maybe you will read it and find out for yourself.(less)

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S.J. Romero Thanks William. I have since read the Gunslinger and it didn't do much for me. It wasn't bad, but it didn't make me want to rush to the next book. I w ...more
Feb 22, 2016 09:11AM · flag

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