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Later
Written by Stephen King
Narrated by Seth Numrich
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Frightening afternoon…
Like many of Stephen King’s other beloved classics, “Later” blends true-to-life coming-of-age elements with unforgettable thrills and chills. Jamie Conklin might seem like an ordinary boy, except for the fact that, for better or worse, he can communicate with the recently deceased. The one thing that’s not frightening about “Later” is its length: you can read it in an afternoon (followed by a sleepless night).
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A BRAND-NEW NOVEL FROM LEGENDARY STORYTELLER STEPHEN KING!
SOMETIMES GROWING UP MEANS FACING YOUR DEMONS
The son of a struggling single mother, Jamie Conklin just wants an ordinary childhood. But Jamie is no ordinary child. Born with an unnatural ability his mom urges him to keep secret, Jamie can see what no one else can see and learn what no one else can learn. But the cost of using this ability is higher than Jamie can imagine-as he discovers when an NYPD detective draws him into the pursuit of a killer who has threatened to strike from beyond the grave.
Later is Stephen King at his finest, a terrifying and touching story of innocence lost and the trials that test our sense of right and wrong. With echoes of King's classic novel, It, Later is a powerful, haunting, unforgettable exploration of what it takes to stand up to evil in all the faces it wears.
SOMETIMES GROWING UP MEANS FACING YOUR DEMONS
The son of a struggling single mother, Jamie Conklin just wants an ordinary childhood. But Jamie is no ordinary child. Born with an unnatural ability his mom urges him to keep secret, Jamie can see what no one else can see and learn what no one else can learn. But the cost of using this ability is higher than Jamie can imagine-as he discovers when an NYPD detective draws him into the pursuit of a killer who has threatened to strike from beyond the grave.
Later is Stephen King at his finest, a terrifying and touching story of innocence lost and the trials that test our sense of right and wrong. With echoes of King's classic novel, It, Later is a powerful, haunting, unforgettable exploration of what it takes to stand up to evil in all the faces it wears.
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Later
Written by Stephen King
Narrated by Seth Numrich
Editor's Note
Frightening afternoon…
Like many of Stephen King’s other beloved classics, “Later” blends true-to-life coming-of-age elements with unforgettable thrills and chills. Jamie Conklin might seem like an ordinary boy, except for the fact that, for better or worse, he can communicate with the recently deceased. The one thing that’s not frightening about “Later” is its length: you can read it in an afternoon (followed by a sleepless night).
Description
A BRAND-NEW NOVEL FROM LEGENDARY STORYTELLER STEPHEN KING!
SOMETIMES GROWING UP MEANS FACING YOUR DEMONS
The son of a struggling single mother, Jamie Conklin just wants an ordinary childhood. But Jamie is no ordinary child. Born with an unnatural ability his mom urges him to keep secret, Jamie can see what no one else can see and learn what no one else can learn. But the cost of using this ability is higher than Jamie can imagine-as he discovers when an NYPD detective draws him into the pursuit of a killer who has threatened to strike from beyond the grave.
Later is Stephen King at his finest, a terrifying and touching story of innocence lost and the trials that test our sense of right and wrong. With echoes of King's classic novel, It, Later is a powerful, haunting, unforgettable exploration of what it takes to stand up to evil in all the faces it wears.
SOMETIMES GROWING UP MEANS FACING YOUR DEMONS
The son of a struggling single mother, Jamie Conklin just wants an ordinary childhood. But Jamie is no ordinary child. Born with an unnatural ability his mom urges him to keep secret, Jamie can see what no one else can see and learn what no one else can learn. But the cost of using this ability is higher than Jamie can imagine-as he discovers when an NYPD detective draws him into the pursuit of a killer who has threatened to strike from beyond the grave.
Later is Stephen King at his finest, a terrifying and touching story of innocence lost and the trials that test our sense of right and wrong. With echoes of King's classic novel, It, Later is a powerful, haunting, unforgettable exploration of what it takes to stand up to evil in all the faces it wears.
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I loved this book! The narrator was superb and made the book that much better.
Rating: 5Such a fantastic book with excellent narration, absolutley loved it!!
Rating: 5Leaves me wanting more, the narration was phenomenal, and I really enjoyed the book overall.
Rating: 5King shines again with his shorter works. Absolute page turner.
Rating: 5One of the best King books to come out in YEARS.
Rating: 5This was good and creepy. It's been awhile since I read or listened to a S. King novel.
Rating: 5
I am a Stephen King for a long time. This has all the dark humor and descriptive prose I love. On to the next book.
Rating: 5Lots of twists, as always with Mr. King. Perhaps I should have seen it coming... Nope. Enjoy!
Rating: 5
Finally, a Stephen King novel that didn’t go completely off the rails at the end; the pay off is that some parts of the story were abruptly/conveniently wrapped up, as though SK wasn’t sure where to go with them. And one scene in particular is a blatant rip off of “The Sixth Sense” (which is a nearly perfect “scary story”).
While I greatly enjoy King’s writing overall, his over-the-top endings generally detract from the otherwise captivating storylines. It’s just too difficult to suspend my disbelief when the story line grows too big. “It” is a perfect example of a book that just ends up tedious and ridiculous rather than scary. My husband has the same complaint regarding King’s writing and waits for me to give his books a nod of approval before he reads them.
Two more notes:
1. The narration is excellent in this short book. In fact, this was some of the best narration of any audiobook I’ve listened to, and I have listened to hundreds, if not more than a thousand.
2. “11/22/63” is another notable exception to the “ridiculous ending” issue and is my favorite piece of King’s writing.
Rating: 4While I greatly enjoy King’s writing overall, his over-the-top endings generally detract from the otherwise captivating storylines. It’s just too difficult to suspend my disbelief when the story line grows too big. “It” is a perfect example of a book that just ends up tedious and ridiculous rather than scary. My husband has the same complaint regarding King’s writing and waits for me to give his books a nod of approval before he reads them.
Two more notes:
1. The narration is excellent in this short book. In fact, this was some of the best narration of any audiobook I’ve listened to, and I have listened to hundreds, if not more than a thousand.
2. “11/22/63” is another notable exception to the “ridiculous ending” issue and is my favorite piece of King’s writing.
Really great story. Kept me interested the entire way through!
Rating: 5
It’s really good, all of his books are better than the last
Rating: 5
Fantastic! The narration made the story even better. Loved it from start to finish. Highly recommend. Classic King
Rating: 4Another great Stephen King character lives! I enjoyed this book immensely.
Rating: 5Hell yeah!!! This was a great book!!! Great narration also
Rating: 5
I really ? the ?. Nicely ✔
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Rating: 5Want more ?
Left me with a lingering ruff of raised neck hair. Isn’t that the goal, Stephen?! Thanks for another great tale- this one will be re-read often as are all your others!
Rating: 5I listen while driving and tend to get distracted by life with most books. Not with this one, it held my attention at every turn! It was exactly the perfect tone and spirit I was looking for. Although it is a horror story, as you'll be reminded in several places, I was more intrigued by Jamie and his various relationships and how everything tied together so neatly. Enjoy!
Rating: 5I’ve been away from reading King, I’m happy to say I enjoyed this book. The humor mixed with horror is the perfect read. Stephen King still possesses the power to draw the reader into the story and not stop til it’s over. Later for sure...
Rating: 5This will be a classic , His best in a long time
Rating: 5The main character keeps reminding you that it's a horror story, but I found it to be less horror and more thriller. It's a well paced novel, and the narrator does a very good job.
Rating: 4
I really enjoyed this book. I was about half way through when I couldn’t tell where it would go, and then it just got better. The only reason I gave it less than 5 stars, is because I was somewhat put off by the very end and the uncovering of the main character’s father.
Rating: 4I couldn't stop listening, it was wonderful! I can't think of anything negative to say about it.
Rating: 5
Pretty good story, interesting plot and all is explained at ending.
Rating: 5
So good!! Grasps you from the start! Narrator is very good. Really enjoyed it!
Rating: 5I finished this book in 2 days, King never disappoints!
Rating: 5I liked this book because the narrator made it really great! Had fun listening to this one!
Rating: 5It will keep you hooked. Sweet and spooky mixed together,Narrator was fantastic!!
Rating: 5
Great story! He did it again! ? a total must read
Rating: 5
I really enjoyed this book a lot, definitely not much horror though. Reminded me a lot of Joyland. Loved the main characters! Would definitely be interested in more books like this!
Rating: 4Compelling through to the end. Not crazy about the ending.
Rating: 4