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By Clarence Carter
I have read a lot of Stephen King’s books, and this became one of my favorites almost instantly. Essentially, the book is about a woman handcuffed to a bed after a romantic escapade. A situation develops, and she can’t be unlocked. At this point, I am not going to say more about the actual plot, because I don’t want to ruin the suspense for the next reader.
First published in 1992, “Gerald’s Game” isn’t a new book, but I had never read it before; I’m glad I decided to give it a shot. It was an awesome read and hard to put down.
The interior monologue is terrifying, but also funny in moments. The characters are detailed and hard to forget. There are flashbacks that will make you bite your nails. I don’t know how King does what he does so well; it is nothing short of magic. This one goes on my list of favorite King books right next to “11/22/63.” How he can write about a woman handcuffed to a bed and keep the reader in suspense is beyond me. It was an exhilarating read.
There is something to be said for the antagonist in this book as well. It isn’t often the enemy or the villain is inside them. For a long segment of this book, she’s stuck with her thoughts. It is torturous for the main character, and it makes the story that much better. I recommend this book, giving it a 9 out of 10 rating. It has a good pace, and it’s an easy read.
Editor’s note: Clarence Carter, an avid reader, resides in Auburn.
