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Violence
Very heavy
Extreme creature violence including graphic deaths and disfigurement
Language
A lot
Frequent strong language throughout
Sexual Content
Some
Some adult situations; not explicit
Substance Use
Some
Characters drink to cope under stress
Emotional Intensity
Very heavy
Extreme psychological horror including religious fanaticism, despair, and a devastating hopeless ending
What this book is about
King's classic novella is pure horror, featuring creature attacks, graphic deaths, and a nihilistic ending. Language is strong throughout. The psychological breakdown of the survivors under siege is as disturbing as the monsters outside.
Notes for sensitive readers
Reader-flagged moments and themes that may affect your experience.
Extreme creature violence and graphic gore
Extreme psychological horror
Religious fanaticism depicted
Strong language
Nihilistic ending involving violent mercy killing
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