Every marriage has two hearts, one light and one dark.
Lisey knew it when she first fell for Scott. And now he's dead, she knows it for sure.
Lisey was the light to Scott Landon's dark for twenty-five years. As his wife, only she saw the truth behind the public face of the famous author - that he was a haunted man whose bestselling novels were based on a terrifying reality.
Now Scott has gone, Lisey wants to lock herself away with her memories. But the fans have other ideas. And when the sinister threats begin, Lisey realises that, just as Scott depended on her strength - her light - to live, so she will have to draw on his darkness to survive.
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'A wondrous novel of marriage, a love story steeped in strength and tenderness, and cast with the most vivid, touching and believable characters in recent literature . . . A dazzling novel'
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'A psychological thriller of extraordinary sensitivity that takes the reader deep into the dark places in us all'
(Independent on Sunday )'Thrilling, genuinely terrifying, beautifully textured and full of wonderful invention'
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If you're a King fan - and let's face it, who isn't? - you'll already know about this one. We're very excited to be bringing you what promises to be a landmark in Stephen King's career - as well as this year's most gripping audiobook, hands down.
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6 of 7 people found the following review helpful
By grrarghh
Format:Paperback
Unlike many of the reviewers here, I finished the book, purely because I hate to leave something I've started. However, I can fully appreciate why so many failed to finish it.
It's DULL! Really, really, mind-numbingly, ponderously dull! I was reading it at work when I had some downtime and a colleague asked me many times how I was getting on with the book. I had to honestly reply that I didn't know as the narrative is so convoluted, with constant flashbacks and side-steps that I was left in a state of cognitive flux. I found it difficult to see what King was getting at (I knew nothing of the storyline when I started) and when the penny dropped, I found it hard to care.
The characters are mostly dislikeable and those who aren't are uninteresting. It reminded me in many ways of Rose Madder, which up till Lisey's Story was the King book I had had the most trouble liking. At least King had the excuse of being blitzed out of his mind while he was writing Rose Madder. There's no such excuse here. It seems to be a vanity project, existing solely for King to show just how literary he really is. There was really no need for him to do this. I know he's a good writer; God, I've read enough of his work.
This won't dissuade me from reading further King novels, but I'd advise others to think carefully before embarking on an exercise which is essentially sound and fury signifying nothing.
It's DULL! Really, really, mind-numbingly, ponderously dull! I was reading it at work when I had some downtime and a colleague asked me many times how I was getting on with the book. I had to honestly reply that I didn't know as the narrative is so convoluted, with constant flashbacks and side-steps that I was left in a state of cognitive flux. I found it difficult to see what King was getting at (I knew nothing of the storyline when I started) and when the penny dropped, I found it hard to care.
The characters are mostly dislikeable and those who aren't are uninteresting. It reminded me in many ways of Rose Madder, which up till Lisey's Story was the King book I had had the most trouble liking. At least King had the excuse of being blitzed out of his mind while he was writing Rose Madder. There's no such excuse here. It seems to be a vanity project, existing solely for King to show just how literary he really is. There was really no need for him to do this. I know he's a good writer; God, I've read enough of his work.
This won't dissuade me from reading further King novels, but I'd advise others to think carefully before embarking on an exercise which is essentially sound and fury signifying nothing.
18 of 22 people found the following review helpful
By Mr. Christopher Lancaster
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Format:Hardcover
At first I had reservations about Lisey's story. Those others of King's books told from a female perspective (Gerald's Game, Dolores Claiborne, Rose Madder) are amongst my least favourite of his novels. Thus, I was prepared to be disappointed - and, initially, I was.
The story is told as two narrative threads - firstly, in the present day, secondly as a series of memories from the heroine of the story - Lisey Landon, wife of the deceased author Scott Landon. Scott Landon who had troubles of his own - many of which seem to mirror King in real life.
Ultimately, however, one starts to care about the characters, and age and near-death has certainly not dulled King's ability to describe the minutiae of life in such absorbing detail. By the end of the story, the characters - and the portrayal of the twenty-five year marriage - between Scott and Lisey seemed real, and the feelings - although not the events - described could mirror any long marriage.
There are also enough references to others of Kings works to keep the hardened fan happy. Deputies Ridgewick and Clutterbuck from Needful Things make appearances, the Territories are never far away, and there's also mention of a little place called Shooters Knob, Tennessee.
If there is a downside - and why I haven't given five stars for this review - it is because there is nothing entirely new here. There are shades of Rose Madder, The Talisman and at least one of the stories in Four Past Midnight... but King, at his literary best, is still the best around. Despite his so-called retirement after his near-fatal accident, King seems as prolific as ever and, with other books apparently in the pipeline, I hope that they are as enjoyable as this.
The story is told as two narrative threads - firstly, in the present day, secondly as a series of memories from the heroine of the story - Lisey Landon, wife of the deceased author Scott Landon. Scott Landon who had troubles of his own - many of which seem to mirror King in real life.
Ultimately, however, one starts to care about the characters, and age and near-death has certainly not dulled King's ability to describe the minutiae of life in such absorbing detail. By the end of the story, the characters - and the portrayal of the twenty-five year marriage - between Scott and Lisey seemed real, and the feelings - although not the events - described could mirror any long marriage.
There are also enough references to others of Kings works to keep the hardened fan happy. Deputies Ridgewick and Clutterbuck from Needful Things make appearances, the Territories are never far away, and there's also mention of a little place called Shooters Knob, Tennessee.
If there is a downside - and why I haven't given five stars for this review - it is because there is nothing entirely new here. There are shades of Rose Madder, The Talisman and at least one of the stories in Four Past Midnight... but King, at his literary best, is still the best around. Despite his so-called retirement after his near-fatal accident, King seems as prolific as ever and, with other books apparently in the pipeline, I hope that they are as enjoyable as this.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By Eclectichick
Format:Hardcover
I was quite worried before reading this book as I had read a few negative comments and was preparing myself for the worst. However, even though I have only read about half, these fears have turned out to be unfounded. As with every King book, I have thus far found this a compelling read - I only normally read on my commute to and from work, but have found I want to keep reading this book when I get home. The style is distinctly King - and yes it is almost more a suspense/mystery than a horror, but it is very well written, and I have so far found it thoroughly engaging...as usual.
5 of 6 people found the following review helpful
By T.
Format:Paperback
SK is a fantastic writer!
Sadly I found this book to be really sllllooooowwww, to the point I gave up reading it.
I used to think I should read every book I begin, but after seeing quite a few bad books to the tedious end, I gave up thinking I'd like to spend the time reading a decent story.
SK is brilliant, sadly this book (from what I read of it) isn't...
Sadly I found this book to be really sllllooooowwww, to the point I gave up reading it.
I used to think I should read every book I begin, but after seeing quite a few bad books to the tedious end, I gave up thinking I'd like to spend the time reading a decent story.
SK is brilliant, sadly this book (from what I read of it) isn't...
5 of 6 people found the following review helpful
By D. Gore
Format:Paperback
It's inevitable that when a writer reaches a certain stage in their career, there are going to be highs and lows. Sometimes they get the magical formula right, sometimes they don't.
Having read many of Stephen King's books, this is, in my opinion, a massively dissapointing low. For the first time, I found myself unable to continue one of King's books.
Even "Cell", in which the plot seemed to stagger from one bizzare turn to the next before collapsing in a rushed anticlimax was readable. "Lisey's Story" is a dull, almost painful read. I felt no connection to the characters, living or dead, and the the inclusion of nonsensical words or sayings that was supposed to highlight the intimacy of Lisey's marriage only served to frustrate me more.
I found myself skipping ahead in the faint hope that the storyline would evolve from a crawl to at least walking pace. But it was not to be.
Tried and tested King methods that have served him so well in other books, such as writing in brackets to express inner thoughts or memories, are senseless here until you find one hand gripping the book whilst the other gathers a healthy amount of hair and begins to pull.
Spare yourself the frustration, read "It" and find out just how good Stephen King (could?) can write.
Having read many of Stephen King's books, this is, in my opinion, a massively dissapointing low. For the first time, I found myself unable to continue one of King's books.
Even "Cell", in which the plot seemed to stagger from one bizzare turn to the next before collapsing in a rushed anticlimax was readable. "Lisey's Story" is a dull, almost painful read. I felt no connection to the characters, living or dead, and the the inclusion of nonsensical words or sayings that was supposed to highlight the intimacy of Lisey's marriage only served to frustrate me more.
I found myself skipping ahead in the faint hope that the storyline would evolve from a crawl to at least walking pace. But it was not to be.
Tried and tested King methods that have served him so well in other books, such as writing in brackets to express inner thoughts or memories, are senseless here until you find one hand gripping the book whilst the other gathers a healthy amount of hair and begins to pull.
Spare yourself the frustration, read "It" and find out just how good Stephen King (could?) can write.
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3.0 out of 5 stars
not really King level
the book and story is quite ok, but I was not really into the story as with most of Stephen King's books. Sometimes too far fetched, sometimes I really lost it. Read more
Published 1 month ago by laros76
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WHO! WHAT! WHEN! WHERE!
This story jumps all over the place more times than a flea on a dog's back.For example this is the plot of three chapters in the book that run one after the other. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Malc the Gypsy
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Gripping
This was the 1st Stephen King novel I have read. The drifting style between past, present & dream sequences had me confused initially, but I stuck with it and let the story flow... Read more
Published 2 months ago by MrsBee
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Self-indulgent and too long
Simply dreadful. Horror? Fantasy? Romance? No.
Too many words? Yes. Confusing, boring and repetitive? Yes. This was a waste of time and at no point was it interesting. Read more
Too many words? Yes. Confusing, boring and repetitive? Yes. This was a waste of time and at no point was it interesting. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Marcel Penarroja
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Very good story
I really enjoyed this book.....I didnt feel that it was as gripping as some of Stephen King's other novels (such as The Atand, The Dark Tower series, The Green Mile)..... Read more
Published 5 months ago by KJ
2.0 out of 5 stars
King's editors need to work much, much harder
I read Pet Semetary when it was released (mid 80s), became smitten with King, quickly read everything he'd written until that point, read everything he then published until Needful... Read more
Published 10 months ago by Philtrum
1.0 out of 5 stars
The only SK book I have never finished!!
The title says it all really :-( ... I love Stephen King, he is my fave author and I have read and re-read most of his books. Read more
Published 11 months ago by jakbaby
2.0 out of 5 stars
Glad I'm not the only one!
Everyone raves about Stephen King and the few that I've read I loved but I have to say this one was a chore! I couldn't wait to finish it.
Published 13 months ago by terry
5.0 out of 5 stars
Poetic horror
I'm really surprised this book has just three stars on Amazon. I think it's one of King's best. Lisey's Story for me was a poignant novel about love and obsession with fantasy... Read more
Published 13 months ago by Jack Heslop
4.0 out of 5 stars
Beautiful novel if you can get over the 'cringe factor '.
This novel is definatly a must for die hard King fans like myself. It is not a novel for us though. King wrote it for him and his wife also a novelist,Tabitha. Read more
Published 14 months ago by FluffyBONNET
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