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Summary: Stephen King's Best
Review: If a casual reader sees a Stephen King novel, they immedeatly assume that what they're seeing is a horror novel written by an over-imaginative author. While they're definitely scary in many of his books, The Green Mile is essentialy a Drama, and many people began to see this if they have seen the(equally excellent) movie, which was made by the same people as the Shawshank Redemption, so go figure. This book delves into the meaning of faith in the real and the unreal, and the story of convicted John Coffey, one of my favorite King characters of all time. This book is told through the 110 year old Paul Edgecombe, the overseer of the green mile, the path that takes you to death and the heaven or hell that awaits them when they die from Ol' Sparky, the oft spoke of Electric Chair. This is Stephen King's most moving story he has ever written, and 3 times this book made me cry.That never has happened before, and therefore is probably my favorite book of all time.By the way, the Ending is absolutely perfect, and was the third time I cried in this novel.I recommend this book to anyone who's literate, and if you're not get help so you can go out and read this book.5 stars all the way, no questions asked. Mr.King's best character ever also appears in this book and is the enchanting Mr.Jingles. Please take note also of one of Mr. King's vilest enemies he ever put down on paper, The Napoleanic Percy Wetmore.
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Summary: Fate is Inevitable
Review: In Steven King's The Green Mile the story is story is strengthened by King's use of literary devices. King makes the tone of the story extremely morbid, which gives the story a very grim look. This strengthens the story because it gives the reader something to be interested in. Also, the way the story is set on one giant flashback interests the reader and strengthens the plot. King does all this to put an emphasis on the fact that fate is inevitable.
The tone of this story is very doleful because it keeps the reader in a state of suspense throughout the entire story. This especially shows when Eduard Delacroix is about to be executed and when Percy kills Mr. Jingles. In addition, the diction King uses is very gruesome and grotesque which helps emphasize the tone of the story. The reader sees this when Delacroix is being executed. The tone keeps the reader interested and feeling as though he/she is actually part of the story.
The flashback affect that King uses helps add to an understanding of more confusing parts of the story. Any part of the plot that confuses the reader is clearly explained when Paul is talking at present time. All relationships between Paul, Percy, Dean, Harry, and Brutal are clearly explained. King also uses the "present time" to create an emphasis on them major events of the story. Such events are the first encounter between the people on the mile and Billy Wharton. Furthermore, when the story switches to "present time" the reader becomes anxious to find out what happens next. The reader's anxiety leads to suspense. Thus King's use of flashback helps strengthen the plot and create suspense within the reader.
The whole story is based on the fact that fate is inevitable. King clearly shows this throughout the story, mainly when John Coffey is executed even though he is innocent. No matter what people try to do, there is no escape from death. However, nobody on the mile realized that Coffey wanted to be put to rest until his execution. King lets the reader know that death is inevitable, although it is a comfort to a tortured soul.
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Summary: Fate is Inevitable but Sometimes Comforting
Review: No matter what everybody on the mile did there was no way John Coffey would survive. King clearly shows that fate is inevitable. Ol' Sparky is a symbol of fate and the Green Mile is a symbol of a man's life. When someone walks the mile, they walk the last bit of they're life. When he/she sits down in Ol' Sparky's lap he/she sees that fate has caught up with him/her. Although not very intelligent, John Coffey realizes that there is no escaping fate and he freely accepts his death. Paul and the rest of the people on the mile didn't realize Coffey wanted his death to come, so they did whatever they could to stop it. Though they tried to save Coffey, he still died in the end. To Coffey it wasn't dying it was being put to rest. For most people, thinking about their fate is very morbid; for Coffey, he wanted to be put out of his misery. King shows the reader that life after death is comforting to a tortured soul.
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Summary: Stephen King at his best...
Review: The Green Mile is a six-part novel told from the eyes of a former prison screw, Paul Edgecomb, who ran the executions at Cold Mountain Prison during the Depression in the south, where racism was real. The "Green Mile" in the story is the last walk, the lime green hall that leads to the electric chair. This book is Edgecomb's account of the events that took place over 60 years ago, when a huge black healer named John Coffey (notice the initials) comes to E Block (death row), along with a short Frenchman, a smart mouse named Mr. Jingles, and a problem child who wreaks havoc on the block. However, the most hated character is not an inmate, but an insensitive, evil guard, Percy Wetmore, who, I'm happy to say, gets his in the end. Most of all, this is an emotional story that will move you to tears, and sometimes, even to rage. It will make you wince with the gruesome parts, and it may even make you question religion.If you've seen the movie and liked it, then I highly recommend that you read this book (more than once). This is a more detailed description of the events and characters, and it also has some background info that may help you understand the plot line better. The Green Mile was an excellent story and a cool supernatural tale. John Coffey may be one of Stephen King's greatest characters of all. "We each owe a death, there are no exceptions, I know that, but sometimes, oh God, the Green Mile is so long."
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Summary: A masterpiece.
Review: Very rarely does a book ever move me the way the 'Green Mile' did. Stephen King has a way of reaching in and pulling out the emotions of the human heart. I cried when I read the book, I cried during the movie (both times.) There is never a dull or boring moment in this book and, as always, King captivates the readers attention and takes them to a different place and time. The characters in this novel are solid and very real. Each
character could reflect the person(s) that some of us try to hide. From the seemingly 'bold' Percy Wetmore, who deep inside is a timid and frightened man, to the compassionate and hurting John Coffey. As one reviewer said, John Coffey is the perfect example of Christ, whether King intended that or not. Judged and rejected by most everyone, a seemingly wanderer, whose mission was unknown to most. But yet had a heart of compassion and mercy, whose presence was simply healing to anyone he came in contact with (and still is.) This story is narrated by Paul Edgecombe, a correction officer at a death-row prison. There, he meets the gentle giant named John Coffey; a man accused of raping and murdering two little girls. Edgecombe eventually befriends Coffey and begins to believe that he is innocent. Edgecombe realizes that there's something very unique about John Coffey. I won't go any further for fear of giving away the plot. This story will keep you up to the wee hours of the morning and will not dissapoint you. If you have not read this book, read it, even if you don't like Stephen King.
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Summary: The best that I have read from King
Review: This must have been very difficult to read as a serial novel in its original form. I was hooked right away by this story, I don't think I could have waited for the next installment. What an incredibly likeable and well written bunch of characters. And the story is really emotionally powerful. Its happy and sad, tragic and remarkable all at the same time. I couldn't put it down. I thought this book had a different kind of feel to it than most of King's other books that I have read, but I loved it. Very interesting and entertaining. Also an excellent movie.
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Summary: pure Sthepen Kings
Review: We all know how Sthepen King always write about horror and mistery, actually Sthepen Can Write anything he wants.
I like to read the book first and then see the Movie, and The Green Mile is a Most read book, actually better then the movie, you will feel the anger, sadness, and compassion with the Main Character, you will feel hate, love and anxiety. This book will get you to thinks about Death Penalty!. You got to have this, and all King's book, the best witer ever born!!
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Summary: Fabulous
Review: I thought this was one of Stephen King's greatest books yet. Great dialogue. Kept me in suspense, and I could hardly put it down. And was always eager to pick it up and read, read, read!! Great job, Stephen King!! You're my #1 author!
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Summary: The Most Steven King There Is
Review: I waited a long time before reading The Green Mile, mainly because I didn't want all the hype about the series to influence my own opinion. As usual, I wasn't disappointed by Mr. King. The Green Mile is perhaps my favorite of all his endeavors. From the tense moments watching Mr. Jingles retrieve the spool to the knot in my heart as Coffey takes his seat in the chair...I think I felt more reading this book than I've felt in a long time. I thank Mr. King every time I read his books. I relish their authenticity, their horrific beauty, and the truth about humanity that they reveal. The Green Mile touches something deep inside, revolves it around, then throws it down with a loud smack, making everyone around jump. I doubt I will read anything nearly that wonderful this summer on the beach. Painfully, I'll search. Perhaps I can bring myself to read Dreamcatcher now.
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Summary: King's best work
Review: I am a really big Stephen King fan and make an effort to read as much of his work as I can. This is by far my favorite. A very suspenseful and rich storyline. There are just some books that you feel extremely satisfied after reading and this is defenitly one of them. I couldn't put it down, I read it in a day and a half and I can just about guarantee you will to. If you have never read a Stephne King book before this book will get you hooked.
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