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 The #1 New York Times bestseller about a famous novelist held hostage in a remote location by his “number one fan.” One of “Stephen King’s best…genuinely scary” (USA TODAY). Adapted into the classic film Misery (1990).

Paul Sheldon is a bestselling novelist who has finally met his number one fan. Her name is Annie Wilkes, and she is more than a rabid reader—she is Paul’s nurse, tending his shattered body after an automobile accident. But she is also furious that the author has killed off her favorite character in his latest book. Annie becomes his captor, keeping him prisoner in her isolated house.

Annie wants Paul to write a book that brings Misery back to life—just for her. She has a lot of ways to spur him on. One is a needle. Another is an axe. And if they don’t work, she can get really nasty.

“Terrifying” (San Francisco Chronicle), “dazzlingly well-written” (The Indianapolis Star), and “truly gripping” (Publishers Weekly), Misery is “classic Stephen King...full of twists and turns and mounting suspense” (The Boston Globe). Crime Fiction Genre Fiction Horror Psychological Serial Killers Suspense Thriller & Suspense Scary Crime Fiction Thriller Exciting Horror Fiction

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Narration was fantastic, reminds me of my fave podcaster. Her voice is soothing yet perfectly chilling for the protagonist, Annie. I love King's work. She added 100%. The novel was a great listen; creepy, weird, and always fun.

oogie of a read

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The best anti drunk driving advertisement ever made. Can personally recommend this book, would have liked it more if I didn't have to write a book report on it ;(

Over all, great book. Can recomend.

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I grew up with an abusive and overbearing mother, this book adequately translates being raised by a volatile person and having little to no control over the situation better than anything I've ever read. Truly a frightening tale of struggle and misery.

The Most Terrifying King Story.

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Well told. Even though I have seen the movie several times, listening to the story was even better.

Better than the movie.

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Misery may not be Stephen Kings scariest novel, but its certainly very creepy. There's a reason Annie Wilkes is a major horror icon.

Very creepy and well read

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