Misery
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Misery
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Narrated by:
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Lindsay Crouse
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Written by:
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Stephen King
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The number one New York Times best seller 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).
Best-selling novelist Paul Sheldon thinks he’s finally free of Misery Chastain. In a controversial career move, he’s just killed off the popular protagonist of his beloved romance series in favor of expanding his creative horizons. But such a change doesn’t come without consequences. After a near-fatal car accident in rural Colorado leaves his body broken, Paul finds himself at the mercy of the terrifying rescuer who’s nursing him back to health - his self-proclaimed number one fan, Annie Wilkes.
Annie is very upset over what Paul did to Misery and demands that he find a way to bring her back by writing a new novel - his best yet, and one that’s all for her. After all, Paul has all the time in the world to do so as a prisoner in her isolated house...and Annie has some very persuasive and violent methods to get exactly what she wants...
“King at his best...a winner!” (The New York Times)
“Unadulteratedly terrifying...frightening.” (Publishers Weekly)
“Classic King...full of twists and turns and mounting suspense.” (The Boston Globe)
©1987 Stephen King, Tabitha King, and Arthur B. Greene (P)1992 Penguin Highbridge AudioFeatured 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.
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- Alt-Jane
- 2021-02-26
oogie of a read
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.
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- Noel Hand
- 2023-01-06
Over all, great book. Can recomend.
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 ;(
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- Anonymous User
- 2024-11-08
The Most Terrifying King Story.
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.
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- William
- 2018-11-19
Better than the movie.
Well told. Even though I have seen the movie several times, listening to the story was even better.
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- Patricia
- 2019-11-05
Very creepy and well read
Misery may not be Stephen Kings scariest novel, but its certainly very creepy. There's a reason Annie Wilkes is a major horror icon.
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- Erin Greenizan
- 2022-07-08
One of Kings best and beautifully read
One of SK scariest stories and narrated amazingly. Paul Sheldon and Annie Wilkes are both riveting and well told characters. The isolation, helplessness and medical horror is truly so scary
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- James
- 2023-09-03
Great book- bad narration.
I enjoyed the book but I hated the narration. I won't listen to another by her. The poorly timed sound effects really hurt it for me, and took my focus too many times. I regret that I spent money on this as I would have probably enjoyed it better if I had read it myself.
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- Cody
- 2021-04-29
My 2nd favourite book from Stephen King
The reader of this book did an fantastic job especially with the Annie parts. The little music added into the book was actually an awesome touch and refreshing it was perfect for this book, got the mood just right.
Was a very different Stephen King book becuase alot of his books usually have very wide assortment of characters but this book only really had 2 which I really liked and I couldn't help but feel bad for Annie in sum parts even though you really shouldn't since she is a crazy lunatic.
Very good read few slow parts but what do you expect for a book that is basically taken place in a single room in a house the whole time.
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- Gillian Grace
- 2021-06-20
Unbelievable!
I absolutely loved this book, the story, the narration, everything was perfect.
Although it was a long listen, I never felt uninterested in what was going on. Some parts felt a bit slow but overall it still kept my interest.
The different voices that Lindsay Crouse used were out of this world, especially with Annie.
I would recommend this book to anyone, so many parts will stick with me and I'll definitely listen to this book multiple times.
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- ashley
- 2023-09-18
Wow
The narration in this is seamless, going from calm to crazy and back with no effort. I really enjoyed the reader and would definitely listen to this and other read by her again.
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