A Stephen King novel telling of unfair imprisonment and escape.
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The indisputable King of horror. (TIME MAGAZINE )
One of the few horror writers who can truly make the flesh creep. (SUNDAY EXPRESS )
One of the most engrossing reads I've had for months... written in a spare style that makes every detail count in the end- this is short story writing at its compelling best. (FILM REVIEW )
It's one of King's best books, mainly because the writing is varied and unexpectedly concise. (TIME OUT )
One of the few horror writers who can truly make the flesh creep. (SUNDAY EXPRESS )
One of the most engrossing reads I've had for months... written in a spare style that makes every detail count in the end- this is short story writing at its compelling best. (FILM REVIEW )
It's one of King's best books, mainly because the writing is varied and unexpectedly concise. (TIME OUT )
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Born in Portland, Maine in 1947, Stephen King won a scholarship award to the Univ. of Maine and later taught English. It was the publication of his first novel CARRIE and its subsequent film adaptation that set him on his way to his present position as perhaps the bestselling author in the world.
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24 of 24 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I am a major Stephen King fan. I bought this book for £3 in a clearance and lucky I did. I was bestowed upon me my current favourite book, actually more like 4.
Different Seasons, to give the book it's proper title, is a collection of 4 novellas set in a different season of the year. The opener, Rita Hayworth and the Shawshank Redemption (Hope Springs Eternal) tells the well cinemised tale of Andy Dufrense, imprisoned for the murder of his wife 'and the guy she was banging'. The book sheds new light to the film, and makes it a more enjoyable watch.
The second novella, Apt Pupil (Summer of Corruption) tells us the story of Todd Bowden a young boy drawn in when he discovers a Nazi war criminal in his neighbourhood. Although the story sounds farfetched, this was my favourite novella in Different Seasons, a psychological thriller that will terrify you.
The third novella, The Body (Fall From Innoncence) I felt dragged. It is about four boys who discover find out about life and death in their own epic journey. It is a good story, but not close to the previous two.
Finally we have The Breathing Method (A Winter's Tale), a gruesome story about a club and the tales told there. This I felt was the most graphic novel in the collection, but once you see through the obvious you find a strange sense of the supernatural surrounding the club.
Stephen King said he didn't want these to be horror genred, except The Breathing Method, which he was requested to include. However, his sense of finding horror in anything chills your soul. A must have for everyone.
20 of 20 people found the following review helpful
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Format:Paperback
One of Stephen King's all time best novellas. It has only taken me about 5 years to finally get around to reading this story having had it sit on my bookshelf for years. Having also seen and enjoyed the film so many times it was so pleasing to know that the film stuck so closely to the novel that you can almost hear Morgan Freeman narrating it! One of the most beautifully written pieces of fiction I have read in a long time you just don't want it to end. Live through the injustice of Andy Dufryce's wrongful imprisonment and his revenge through the words of his friend, the ageing 'Irish'. A wonderful story that stands the test of time having originally been written in 1982. A story I could read time and time again and not get bored. I would give this 6 stars if I could!
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
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Format:Paperback
These stories are some of my favourite i have ever read. The first story is exciting and very intersting. The second is scary. The third is so funny. And the fourth, well it's not that good in comparison to the three but still worth a look.
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My husband's favourite film
He asked me to get a copy of the book for him and, apparently, the novella didn't disappoint. My hubby gave it full marks.
Published 2 months ago by Sally Marie
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what a bargin!
i bought this book for 1p and it was in excellenct condition i gave it to my sister for christmas last year and it has been read by the whole family who needs a kindle!!
Published 5 months ago by Miss Devon Wells
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Awesome
I had been looking for this book for a while and found it for a good price and so was very happy with it
Published 5 months ago by Keewie
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Shawshank redemption book
Bought this for my 15 year old to read on recommendation from his English teacher. He turned a few pages but it is not an easy read. Read more
Published 6 months ago by R. Horn
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3 out of 4 Great Short Stories
This 500+ page book is a collection of four short stories that are loosely based on the seasons. I'd say two are excellent, one good and one not so good but the collections is... Read more
Published 8 months ago by Hagrid's Umbrella
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A Customer
Four fairly decent stories, featuring the Shawshank Redemption, which is not as good as the film. The film I would highly recommend.
Published 16 months ago by Garth P. Denham
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7 Hours of film from a small book.
One of the best books I have ever read, To get 3 great films (Shawshank Redemption, my favourite film, Apt Pupil, absolutely engrossing, and Stand by Me, one of the best movies... Read more
Published on 5 Feb 2004
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Slow but keeps the readers' interest!
Although most Stephen King books end up under 'Horror' this book is hardly fit to be classed as one. Read more
Published on 3 Aug 2003 by "d7trinity"
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Decent attempt
Although I am not a huge fan of King's style, I found this collection of stories to be an interesting read. Read more
Published on 14 Jan 2003
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Redemption day at last!
King, held in most peoples eyes as a writer who keeps the reader enthralled throughout, again did not fail. Read more
Published on 4 Nov 2001
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