52 pages 1 hour read

Stephen King

The Body

Fiction | Novella | YA | Published in 1982

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Reviews & Readership

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Stephen King's The Body impresses with its rich storytelling and well-drawn characters, capturing the essence of youth and friendship. While some readers find the narrative occasionally slow and the language coarse, the masterful blend of nostalgia and poignant themes overwhelmingly captivates. Overall, it’s a compelling and memorable read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Body?

Fans of coming-of-age tales and gripping character studies will relish Stephen King’s The Body. This novella, akin to S.E. Hinton’s The Outsiders and J.D. Salinger’s The Catcher in the Rye, suits readers who appreciate rich storytelling that delves deeply into friendship, adventure, and personal growth against the backdrop of small-town America.

Recommended

Reading Age

16+years

Book Details

Genre
Coming of Age / Bildungsroman
Action / Adventure
Horror / Thriller / Suspense Fiction
Topics
Trauma / Abuse / Violence
Bullying
Relationships
Themes
Emotions/Behavior: Fear
Emotions/Behavior: Love
Life/Time: Coming of Age