
Sherry G. (
Shervivor) reviewed on 8/18/2009...
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It has been many years since I have read a Stephen King novel. This is one of his best. I have seen the movie starring Tom Hanks many times and the book was perfect for filling in all the little holes. It really allows you to get to know the personalities of the characters, something a two hour movie has difficulty conveying. I highly recommend this book, even to those that have seen the movie as many times as I had before I finally read the book.
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This book is incredible. It is a journey where you will need a lot of kleenex and will felt spent when it is over.
It is impossible to not feel some sort of emotion for most of the characters in this book. You will love them, or hate them, or relate to them, or feel sorry for them.
I am so glad the follow up events, a sequel if you will, were added at the end. It brought closure.
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The best Stephen King book I've ever read. It is even better than the movie if you can believe it. You won't want to put it down once you start.
Stephen King at his best makes a terrific book that noone should miss. You feel you're are inside the characters. Death row is seen in it's terrifying reality. John Coffee can cure from the mouse Mr. Jingles to the warden's wife dying from cancer. There is nasty Percy. Will he get his comeupance? The movie makes you visualize the characters, but King's prose makes the come alive. Is Coffe innocent? Will he get pardoned? This is one terrific book!!

Colette B. (
gracy66) reviewed on 8/12/2009...
I originally read this story when it first came out in the six part series. I loved it then and I love it now. The book is so entertaining and keeps you wanting more. It seems that you know the characters and start feeling something for each of them. Yes, including the mouse. What a wonderful, entertaining story.
this was a great book series

Ginette B. (
Niteowl7) reviewed on 12/18/2007...
I found this to be one of King's better stories. Has wonderful characters and great plot. Despite its length, the reading went fast.

Elizabeth K. (
Queens529) reviewed on 3/23/2007...
Such a compeling story
a great read, as good as the movie if not better.

Gayanna M. (
adgirl) reviewed on 12/12/2006...
The fantastic story of life, death and miracles.
One of SK's best non scary books!
This is a paperback however, it comes in a box and is look new condition. Great for a gift.
one of his best!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Cherita G. (
morebooks) reviewed on 5/22/2006...
A great Stephen King novel. Even better when you don't have to buy each part seperate. This is the complete novel. One of my favorites!

Danielle C. (
daniellec) reviewed on 5/10/2006...
This book was EXCELLENT. Much better than the movie.
I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book as an avid fan of Steven King's.
I could not put this down when I read it.

Auliya B. (
auliya) reviewed on 11/19/2005...
A nice story. If you've seen the movie, the book will help illuminate more depth and detail.