“As always, the blessed relief of starting, a feeling that was like falling into a hole filled with bright light. As always, the glum knowledge that he would not write as well as he wanted to write. As always the terror of not being able to finish, of accelerating into a brick wall. As always, the marvelous joyful nervy feeling of journey begun.”
Misery is a gripping novel that centers on the twisted relationship between Paul Sheldon, a famous author, and Annie Wilkes, his overzealous fan. After a car accident leaves Paul critically injured, Annie takes him into her home to nurse him back to health. However, as Paul recovers, Annie's devotion turns into an obsession, leading to a dangerous and chilling situation. The novel delves into the psychological depths of both characters, examining the fine line between love and madness. more
Stephen King, born on September 21, 1947, is a renowned American author. His works primarily focus on horror, fantasy, and science fiction, and have won him a wide audience. King has received numerous literary awards in the United States, including the Edgar Allan Poe Award and the World Fantasy Award. more
“It took me a sleeve of Girl Scout Thin Mints and forty minutes to get over that boy.”
“Love of God is pure when joy and suffering inspire an equal degree of gratitude.”