You Like it Darker by Stephen King - like hanging out with an old friend

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Title: You Like it Darker | Author: Stephen King | Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton | Pages: 484 | Publication date: 21st May 2024 | ISBN: 9781399725095 | Source: Purchased
Content Warnings: child death, alcoholism
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[TheMike]

Great review! I started reading the book this morning. I agree that when I read a Stephen King book, it's like sitting down with an old friend. There is a sort of comfort there for me.

[aleidadiaz]

Yes, I’m 55 and reading King throughout my life and it feels like coming home.

[kenhobbs]

I’m 61 and have read about 75% of Kings work. His characters are so relatable and his writing is rarely boring. always look forward to his new books.

[julesflack]

I think you've hit the nail on the head when you talk about that cosy feeling, like hanging out with an old friend. You might not always be doing the most exciting things together, but you know that the time spent will always be precious. I also started reading King when I was around 13 (23 years ago) and I've read all but 3 of his books. I can honestly say that even his lesser novels provide me with this feeling. I've read thousands of great books by various authors, but there's just something very special about how King tells a story. The only other author that's comes close to giving me a similar feeling is Robert McCammon.

[peterhansen]

it is funny how taste varies. Rattlesnakes was my favorite, such a great and creepy tale, and I also really liked Willie the Weirdo and Finn. All were good

[federica]

As an Italian girl who loves King's novels and short stories, I can't wait to buy this new collection (The title chosen by Stephen King's italian editor is "Salto nel buio") and listen to every review and analysis here on YT by Italian youtubers as well :D
But, for now, I thank you for your spoiler-free analysis, it's genuinely encouraging to hear people like you that have been reading SK since many years ago, and love him and his books still now with the same passion!
Good readings everyone!
Pay attention to the dark corners of your house 👻

[dongray]

We are so many Constant Readers.
Time creeps up...

[DavidOliverbuck]

Im new to US and my first book purchased online is You like it darker. thank you talking about it. You are amazing storyteller too.

[CheveeDodd]

I got the Danny story as a preview a few months back with The Mist and it was fantastic. I'm buying the collection based on that story alone.

[ellesreptiles]

Was so excited to see this video 😁👏🏽 Will be getting this one for sure!

[seamusgaelic]

Great review, Olly! Definitely connect with your feeling like spending time with an old friend when reading Stephen King. I almost always feel that way when reading his work. His style is so unpretentious and conversational.

[stephennootens]

I might have to pick this one up for just myself. It sounds like a interesting mix of tone and tales.

[cadcar]

Thanks Olly! SKs short story collections have been some of my favourites of his, so looking forward to reading this one!

[katsnoveladventures]

Terrific review, Olly! 🤩 I got my copy on Tuesday. I plan on reading the collection during the summer. Like you, I’ve read Stephen King all my life (since 13) and agree with those vibes of hanging out with an old friend. I’m most excited to read “Rattlesnakes.” Your review makes me even more excited to read the collection. 😊

[iwaslucid]

I just finished and I really liked the first story - I agree it felt like King was sitting next to me just rambling but it was so pleasant to hang out with him. Great review!

[HannahsBooks]

Ooh—thank you! I am going to be discussing one of these stories maybe next week. Totally out of my comfort zone!

[jenniferblandford]

Great review!! My favourite short story was Danny Coughlin's Bad Dream

[ChillCollins]

it really IS just like that, great description of it

[jethrowegener]

You're spot on with your comments again, of course. That sense of nostalgic familiarity when you settle in to read this one is pretty awesome to feel. I get the same feeling from a few other writers that I've read for years, and it is something that can rarely be beaten, if ever. It's like a warm blanket of comfort that you only get from a few authors who have managed to hold your interest.

[luisalmodovar]

Great job as always. Can't wait to get my hands on my copy.