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Bag of Bones
- Narrated by: Stephen King
- Length: 21 hrs and 21 mins
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- Joel
- 10-23-09
One of his best
I have been a fan of Stephen King's books for quite a while and have to say that Bag of Bones is one of his best! Somehow, I missed reading it when it first came out, but am so glad to have purchased the audio version recently. I love to hear Stephen reading Stephen. He makes me feel as if I'm sitting right in front of him, in his living room, listening to him spin his yarns just for me. I feel every flinch, hear every sound, as if I'm right there in the story with him. Very Good book and a necessity for any Stephen King fan.
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- Jacqueline
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Everything Works In This Story
Great writing, with a deeply moving storyline. Psychological terror as it progresses -I held my breath at times hoping the inevitable would not happen with people I cared about. Everything works here- the narration by Stephen King is amazing.
Every once in awhile I come across a story that stays with me long after I read (listen) to it. In this case- if you don't listen- you will miss so much! I had listened to this one a long time ago, and for some reason failed to write a review. I re-listened last week, and enjoyed it just as much, if not more, the second time around.
The ghosts are terrifying, the cabin is spooky, the lake scared me, and some of the people too. Pretty amazing for a story that starts out with a tragic and sad storyline. King can send chills up my spine with the most innocent of events, no gore or slashing required.
Highly Recommended!
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- Joseph
- 11-06-08
Best I've read by Stephen King.
I used to not like Stephen King, but lately I've gotten into some of his more character-driven works, and found that when he concentrates on the characters instead of the beasties, he's pretty darned good. Even with this new respect for him, I was surprised by the quality of this novel. Everything works in it, even King's reading of it.
The book is sad through much of it, as you will guess from the first line, so don't listen hoping for a cheerful experience. But the characters are complex and the presentation of the local town where most of the story happens is observant and detailed, and King takes his time developing the mystery. He doesn't even introduce the mystery until far longer than you'd think possible. Still, it will captivate you until he does, and throughout, and not just through the mystery, but through the character interactions and even the moral questions raised.
This book has several layers of story, from the horror story to the romance to the backstory that is slowly developed. Through it all there is a mythical and psychological element to have you working out how much King meant to be metaphor, not just story.
Excellent book. May just change your opinion of where Stephen King fits in the world of literature. This is the type of book that when you finish, you won't want to start another book for a while, because you won't want the taste to leave you.
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- Anonymous User
- 10-23-07
His Best
Without doubt Stephen King's best! I have listened to it three times since it came out and enjoy it more with each experience. This is perhaps his most "autobiographical" book as he uses the character of a popular fiction writer to express what might well be some of his own deep-seated fears in life. Although his narration obviously lacks the polish of some of the truly great narrators, his voice gives the story an amazing authenticity that draws you into Western Maine and the lives of his characters. And, of course, it terrifies with his best.
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- Michael
- 12-26-02
My Favorite King Novel
<U>Bag of Bones</U> is probably the most complete and satisfying Stephen King novel I have <I>heard</I> to date and the fact that it is read by the author is a big plus! Stephen King will be the first to tell you that he isn't a "professional voice" but as he happens to be the author of the book (duh!), his knowledge of the characters, not only what they say but also how they say it is, as they say, priceless.
<U>Bag of Bones</U> is a ghost story, a love story, and a "whodunit and why" murder mystery all rolled into one. It is also a story that leaves the listener in doubt about the chosen sides of many of the characters right through to the end of the novel. Complemented by sound and music, with lyrics by the author, the audio version of this book (I have both read and listened to this one) is the far superior way to experience the story.
Also, the audio version includes a terrific interview of the author by Eve Beglarian, who produced the audio version. This interview gives the listener an even deeper vision of the story as well as a glimpse into the life of the author and his whole hearted endorsement of audio books as a preferred medium for narrative.
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- Lorri
- 10-21-08
My favorite Stephen King book - ever
This is not just a story that keeps you on the edge of your proverbial seat - although it does that in places. The characters are developed, the plot thickens and the noverl is worthy of in-depth critical analysis - not just a review in the local Gazette. Gore was kept to a minimum which is important to me - I enjoy the psychological angle - a la Hitchcock. A few other reviewers did not care for King's narration. I enjoyed it. There is a quiet, matter of factness with underlying sadness. I hope he writes another book with this type of thoughtfulness.
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- Victor @ theAudiobookBlog dot com
- 10-24-19
Classic King
Bag of Bones is another classic Mystery Horror written and read to us by the amazing Stephen King. Dramatic, terrifying, immersive and atmospheric, brought to life by the author himself, this is a story that you will never forget.
We meet an author that copes with grief after he loses someone special, a young girl and her mother who are in need of protection, a haunted house, a small town with a big dark secret and lots of ghosts.
All of them will haunt you for a long time after you finish listening.
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- Dwaine Stroud
- 12-28-09
Have read it twice now...
First, I love it when Stephen King reads his own material. I have listened to this book twice now. The story is fabulous!
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- Dionne Gordon
- 07-29-05
Say what you will, the recording is fabulous!
Stephen King goes gothic. It is also, as far as I know, the first time this author has attempted to write a romance. Of course, don't expect anything close to Harlequin. For one, it's about a million times longer. King tends to go on a bit when he doesn't need to. However, if you are a King fan you probably won't be too disappointed.
Recording: I found the best part of this book, by far, was the recording. King reads this himself, which means he knows exactly what it should sound like. He has also used music to enhance several areas of the novel.
Weakness: This isn't an edge of your seat book. It starts slow and never takes on a breakneck pace.
This is a book for people who enjoy a slow-paced ghost story that takes advantage of a remote and spooky environment.
30 people found this helpful
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- Private One
- 08-26-04
Wondderful and chilling
Couldn't hit the stop button till the end. Extremely enjoyable.
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- V. S.
- 06-23-05
Brilliant! - King at his best.
I love this book. Stephen King has a wonderful knack of slowly shifting you from the real world to the surreal in a manner that you don't know it's happening until it's too late. This book does all that and more. Read by the author himself - you hear the story exactly as he wants to tell it - it's an unmissable treat.
I have been an avid audio book fan for over two years now and for an audio book to be enjoyable it is imperative that the narrator is good. Believe me - Stephen King is a great narrator. When I am reviewing books I don't like to talk much about the plot as I don't like to give the game away, so I just want to say that IMHO this book was just made for audio and comes across in this format much better than it did in print.
The book is full of snippets of music (which really add to the eerie ambience of the story), and the number of literary references within the tale is stunning.
The interview with Stephen King at the end of the book is very, very interesting. I note that audible sells this interview. Don't bother buying that - buy this instead and hear the master at work. I only wish Stephen King narrated all his own books.
Even if you are not a Stephen King fan - (which I was not), this book is well worth anyone's audio credit.
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- sd rogerson
- 08-29-05
Astounding
1. Amazing quality.
2. Stephen King is brilliant at narrating his own work
3. The music that is added is superb in creating atmosphere.
It is more than an audio book it is an experience.
Tremendous - you won't regret buying this...........a pity he hasn't narrated all his own books.
An excellent production.
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- Mike
- 05-16-06
Not my normal reading - But excellent
I've always had this thing about Stephen King; having never read one of his books and only knowing his work from film. I believed he wasn't my cup of tea but I have to say I really enjoyed this audiobook. I found the music a bit off-putting and the authors voice a little monotone but the story moves along at a fair pace, having a two hour each way commute the time was eaten up and I found myself sitting in the car listening even after reaching home.
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Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?
Keeps you fully engaged
What did you like best about this story?
Some really challenging characters
What about Stephen King’s performance did you like?
He should do this for a living!
Did you have an emotional reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?
I loved the little child
Any additional comments?
Sometimes felt it could have got to the point a little sooner - maybe an hour too long.