Carrie
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Carrie
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Narrated by:
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Sissy Spacek
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Margaret Atwood
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Written by:
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Stephen King
About this listen
#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • 50TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION WITH A NEW INTRODUCTION BY MARGARET ATWOOD • Stephen King's legendary debut, the bestselling smash hit that put him on the map as one of America's favorite writers • In a world where bullies rule, one girl holds a secret power. Unpopular and tormented, Carrie White's life takes a terrifying turn when her hidden abilities become a weapon of horror.
"Stephen King’s first novel changed the trajectory of horror fiction forever. Fifty years later, authors say it’s still challenging and guiding the genre."—Esquire
“A master storyteller.”—The Los Angeles Times • “Guaranteed to chill you.”—The New York Times • "Gory and horrifying. . . . You can't put it down."—Chicago Tribune
Unpopular at school and subjected to her mother's religious fanaticism at home, Carrie White does not have it easy. But while she may be picked on by her classmates, she has a gift she's kept secret since she was a little girl: she can move things with her mind. Doors lock. Candles fall. Her ability has been both a power and a problem. And when she finds herself the recipient of a sudden act of kindness, Carrie feels like she's finally been given a chance to be normal. She hopes that the nightmare of her classmates' vicious taunts is over . . . but an unexpected and cruel prank turns her gift into a weapon of horror so destructive that the town may never recover.
©1974 Stephen King (P)2012 Random House AudioWhat the critics say
“Stephen King has built a literary genre of putting ordinary people in the most terrifying situations. . . . he’s the author who can always make the improbable so scary you'll feel compelled to check the locks on the front door.”—The Boston Globe
“Shivering, shuddery, macabre evil!”—Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
“Eerie and haunting—sheer terror!”—Publishers Weekly
Featured Article: Stephen King’s 32 Best Audiobooks: The Definitive List
Stephen King is one of the most prolific authors of all time. He has published 61 novels, more than 200 short stories, and six nonfiction books—and he shows no sign of stopping. With such an extensive portfolio, choosing one audiobook can be daunting. We’ve compiled a list of the 32 best Stephen King audiobooks to make the choice easier. Whether you’re looking to get stuck into one of his creepy, classic stories or a sci-fi novella, you’ll find a title on this list that will get your heart racing.
What listeners say about Carrie
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- Greg W.
- 2023-10-11
Awesome story
After watching the original film a hundred times I decided to listen to this audiobook, it was amazing!! Soooo different from the film I loved it, sissy Spacek was amazing
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- Hallie Bourque
- 2021-07-27
One of my favourites
What a great job the narrator did!!! This was my first audio book and I am absolutely impressed
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- Langer MD
- 2021-10-19
All About The Execution
The "plot" in this early Stephen King novel can be summed up in a sentence: 'A suppressed/abused and bullied highschool girl with psychic powers snaps'.
That's it.
That's the plot.
Do not buy this book looking for clever twists, serial revelations, edifying characterization, or page-turner pacing. What makes 'Carrie' worth reading is a demonstration of how a seemingly pedestrian posit can be turned into an engrossing story. The dialogue is typically realistic, the author makes a fantastical scenario feel plausible, and the mind's-eye visceral descriptions are unsurpassed - this is unabashedly King.
Unfortunately, the narration in this recording lets the story down somewhat. Sissy Spacek is a phenomenal actress, but Random House Audio could have cast this project better. Spacek's diction, timbre, cadence, and tone are fine, but her voice-acting is non-existent (every character sounds identical) and her rate of reading is too slow (I found playback at 1.15X was required for the optimal experience). The performance of this audiobook is distinctly average.
Regardless, fans of Mr. King should definitely have this book in their library - despite the relatively weak production value. It's a fine sample of his unique ability to turn a weak plot (on it's surface) into a mesmerizing book. This 7.5/10 star selection would be great for a long drive or a boring night shift. Spend the Credit.
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- Janine Brake
- 2021-06-27
Awesome
One of the best audiobooks I've heard. Very well done. Loved every minute of it.
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- DarthNevik
- 2022-04-20
Great book.
I'd prefer to give it a 3.5. star rating due to the thick accent of the narrator at some points. Great book, though.
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- Person
- 2019-09-29
Pretty good!
Carrie was a pretty good book, well written, and Spacek narrated wonderfully. not sure i would listen again but overall a thrilling and adrenaline filled experience.
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- Cindy
- 2023-09-05
Love King!
I did enjoy this book- it was a little all over the place. But it was a good book would recommend.
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- Sonja
- 2025-01-17
Better than the movie
I have the movie but enjoyed the book more. Sissy Spacek did a fabulous job reading
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- Anonymous User
- 2021-08-27
A classic begging to be read.
Stephen King is a master at taking us into the young minds of impressionable teens.
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- Avril
- 2022-07-14
excellent
excellent book, Sissy Spacek did a great job. One of my favorites from Stephen King.
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