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Summary: so so effort
Review: As a fan of Stephen King who reads everything he puts out I was a little disappointed with this book. He has tried this style before with better results(Gerald's Game). I do think that writing in this style allows the reader to see the range of King's talent as a writer...horror is not his only medium. I would not reccomend this book to one who had never read King before, however. Real King fans might apprieciate the effort, but it must be kept in mind that "they can't all be gems."
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Summary: Stephen King of the old form is back!!!
Review: Another sleepless night "lights on page turner"! 9 year old Trisha's lost wandering in the woods is so vividly described I could hear the buzz of all those bugs - ugh! - circling her. Chapters are "innings" and I could not put down this book till I reached the end of 9th inning. Trisha is pluckier than she realized trying to remember advise for "townies" how to read nature's signs - follow the brook and it will take you to the ocean - eventually. Her only comfort is her walkman. Listening to Red Sox game and waiting till her hero pitcherTom Gordon comes in as the closer.Tom ends up being Trisha's companion of sorts during her adventure. This book reminded me of King's Shining - same lyrical style -playing with our fears - being alone, darkness, hunger, thirst and that feeling of someone out there watching us and waiting. I know if I ever hit a hiking trail again I will "stay on the path."
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Summary: An added thought...can one give zero stars?
Review: King can't write children...his kids always have the sensibilities of a 40-year-old....and he can't write women. Beyond that, he no longer can write. Period. Pity. He used to be so good. Last hope...dark tower. Should have packed it in a long time ago.
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Summary: King continues to disappoint. But what else is new.
Review: The man writes like it's an obligation (which, contractually, it probably is). Perhaps if we stopped buying his drivel (face it, he's written nothing since The Shining/Stand/Salem's Lot era), perhaps he would be content to sit down and write one good novel ever two years or so rather than one bad one ever four months. And with this latest...man, finishing his stuff lately is a chore. Little trisha isn't the only one lost in this "novel." Forget it. Wait for the TV movie. And then don't watch it, either.
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Summary: Wake me up when its over...
Review: Not since Gerald's game have I been so dissapointed in a King novel. I'm still waiting for something to happen and I've already read every page. Am I missing the point??? I'm not one of those readers who believe that King is only good when writing horror, but this book really failed to reach me. I'm surprised that the other reviews are so glowing. I think King should spend a little more time thinking about his next book before sending out to his adoring fans.
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Summary: Predictable and childish outing
Review: A very disappointing novel; the pre-adolescent narration was painful to read, and the plot was predictable on every occasion. Save your money and reread The Shining or Misery.
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Summary: You Don't Have to Love Baseball or Be Afraid of King to Read
Review: Although I admit I'm a "fan", this was a great read about something all New Englanders fear -- being out in the woods alone and not knowing how to get back. Thankfully the 9-year old heroine had her walkman (and poncho) with her, so she could listen to her hero, Tom Gordon finish night games for the Red Sox (in his own inimitable style)A great starter book for someone who's not familiar with King's ouevre. Note that there is a smattering of curses (who wouldn't curse in this situation?) in case one is considering the purchase for a child.
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Summary: Very disappointing
Review: I thought Storm of the Century was an aberration but this is way worse. This is a book about abolutely nothing. Nothing at all happens. Red Riding Hood is a better story and I'm truly disappointed in 'The Girl who loved Tom Gordon'. When you compare this book to some of the masterpieces King has written such as 'Salems Lot' and 'The Stand', you realise this was written very quickly and maybe just to fulfill obligations.
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Summary: a scary read
Review: this was different stephen king fare. i thought it was very well written and very believable. he proves once again that real life is stranger - and much scarier - than fiction.
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Summary: First book I can remember in ages that I finished in 24 hrs.
Review: I was mesmerized and totally caught up in the adventure. It was a great read!!
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