Matthew 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.

Matthew The last two books in the series are "forced writings' and ruin the series. The first three are great and the downward slide starts and gains speed wi…moreThe last two books in the series are "forced writings' and ruin the series. The first three are great and the downward slide starts and gains speed with each additional book your read. I would still read the first three again but not any of the others.(less)

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