

Elevation
Books | Fiction / Thrillers / Suspense
3.8
(2.1K)
Stephen King
From legendary master storyteller Stephen King, a riveting story about “an ordinary man in an extraordinary condition rising above hatred” (The Washington Post) and bringing the fictional town of Castle Rock, Maine together—a “joyful, uplifting” (Entertainment Weekly) tale about finding common ground despite deep-rooted differences, “the sign of a master elevating his own legendary game yet again” (USA TODAY).Although Scott Carey doesn’t look any different, he’s been steadily losing weight. There are a couple of other odd things, too. He weighs the same in his clothes and out of them, no matter how heavy they are. Scott doesn’t want to be poked and prodded. He mostly just wants someone else to know, and he trusts Doctor Bob Ellis. In the small town of Castle Rock, the setting of many of King’s most iconic stories, Scott is engaged in a low grade—but escalating—battle with the lesbians next door whose dog regularly drops his business on Scott’s lawn. One of the women is friendly; the other, cold as ice. Both are trying to launch a new restaurant, but the people of Castle Rock want no part of a gay married couple, and the place is in trouble. When Scott finally understands the prejudices they face—including his own—he tries to help. Unlikely alliances, the annual foot race, and the mystery of Scott’s affliction bring out the best in people who have indulged the worst in themselves and others. “Written in masterly Stephen King’s signature translucent…this uncharacteristically glimmering fairy tale calls unabashedly for us to rise above our differences” (Booklist, starred review). Elevation is an antidote to our divisive culture, an “elegant whisper of a story” (Kirkus Reviews, starred review), “perfect for any fan of small towns, magic, and the joys and challenges of doing the right thing” (Publishers Weekly, starred review).
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Author
Stephen King
Pages
160
Publisher
Simon and Schuster
Published Date
2019-11-12
ISBN
1982102322 9781982102326
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"A feather-light, over-bloated short novel about friendship and playing the hand you’ve been dealt driven by a supernatural force and a heavy-handed dose of King’s own politics. It’s a quick read, and not really a bad one, but it’s certainly lacking in any significant weight."
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Gordon
"This book is two stories both narrated by Stephen King. I liked the stories and really liked hearing them told by King himself. Author reads are always more enjoyable and while I these stories won’t necessarily keep you on the edge of your seat, this book is engaging, enjoyable, and a light lift. "
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Ian Morris
"Two short stories. A quick and easy read. First one was much better than the second. I would really call it a thriller though."
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Mia Corkum
"Good short story! Listened to the audiobook read by Stephen King and liked it! Also included Laurie, another shorter story which wasn’t as good but decent"
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Skye Edelson-Bennett
"I don't understand the controversy I've noticed in fan communities. It's not out of King's range. Kind of reminds me of Thinner, but less dark."
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Robin Allen
"I LOVED this little book. It’s one of the fastest times I’ve fallen in love with the characters of a book. The sci-fi is memorable and creative, the social themes are spot on and bring a load to the story. With a ending that I at least throughly enjoyed. Even though the books very small the characters arcs are still beautiful and my only complaint is it wasn’t a 600 page book. It’s weird for me to say after 4 other Stephen King books this is my favorite and it’s not even horror but it’s true. I’m going to treasure this book a very long time. HIGHLY RECOMMEND. 30/30"
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Cole Johnson
"3.5/5 It was good, dont get me wrong but it wasnt a Stephen King fav and I wouldn't really recommend it"
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Ann D
"The ending 🥹"
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SoulMoon
"A great, short read that is unlike anything I've read by Stephen King before 🙂"
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Carol Blakley
"Unlike anything I've read of King's. It's enLIGHTening. "
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