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The Shining

A chilling classic from the No. 1 bestseller

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 Danny is only five years old, but in the words of old Mr Hallorann he is a 'shiner', aglow with psychic voltage. When his father becomes caretaker of the Overlook Hotel, Danny's visions grow out of control.

As winter closes in and blizzards cut them off, the hotel seems to develop a life of its own. It is meant to be empty. So who is the lady in Room 217 and who are the masked guests going up and down in the elevator? And why do the hedges shaped like animals seem so alive?

Somewhere, somehow, there is an evil force in the hotel - and that, too, is beginning to shine . . .

(P)2005 Simon & Schuster Audio Division, Simon & Schuster, Inc.©1977 Stephen King Crime Fiction Horror Supernatural Suspense Thriller & Suspense Scary Exciting

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Obviously a masterpiece, probably the best supernatural novel in a hundred years
As a storyteller, he is up there in the Dickens class
As a storyteller, he is up there in the Dickens class
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The Shining was an excellent read, and listening to it kept me on the edge of my seat at all times! Stephen King is a one and only author, and I feel sad that the book is over. Campbell Scott’s voice is perfect for this, as he portrays emotion very well and clearly, so well done Stephen King, Campbell Scott and everyone at the Audible team!

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I've seen Kubrik's interpretation of this book, and read the sequel a few years ago. The original story is so rich, King is a master at building suspense.

An edge of the seat thriller

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I couldn't stop listening! I loved it from start to finish. Now for the next one...

The Shining

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King good. Highly recommended. Great story that is timeless. Just discovered my 2nd favourite behind It.

Sooooooo good.

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I was to scared to watch the movie book was fantastic glad i listened instead

addictive reading

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