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You Like It Darker
- Narrated by: Stephen King, Will Patton
- Length: 20 hrs and 12 mins
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Publisher's Summary
'You like it darker? Fine, so do I', writes Stephen King in the afterword to this magnificent new collection of twelve stories that delve into the darker part of life - both metaphorical and literal. King has, for half a century, been a master of the form, and these stories, about fate, mortality, luck, and the folds in reality where anything can happen, are as rich and riveting as his novels, both weighty in theme and a huge pleasure to listen to. King writes to feel 'the exhilaration of leaving ordinary day-to-day life behind', and in You Like it Darker, listeners will feel that exhilaration too, again and again.
'Two Talented Bastids' explores the long-hidden secret of how the eponymous gentlemen got their skills. In 'Danny Coughlin's Bad Dream', a brief and unprecedented psychic flash upends dozens of lives, Danny's most catastrophically. In 'Rattlesnakes', a sequel to Cujo, a grieving widower travels to Florida for respite and instead receives an unexpected inheritance - with major strings attached. In 'The Dreamers', a taciturn Vietnam vet answers a job ad and learns that there are some corners of the universe best left unexplored. 'The Answer Man' asks if prescience is good luck or bad and reminds us that a life marked by unbearable tragedy can still be meaningful.
King's ability to surprise, amaze, and bring us both terror and solace remains unsurpassed. Each of these stories holds its own thrills, joys, and mysteries; each feels iconic. You like it darker? You got it.
Critic Reviews
'As classic as King's novels are, his shorter fiction has been just as gripping over the years' - USA Today
'One of the great storytellers of our time' - Guardian
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- Rachel McDonald
- 23-06-2024
Better than average mix
Best short story I read in ages in here, the rest of the stories are solid if a little slow in one
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- Adrian gough
- 31-05-2024
Still the KING
Fantastic collection. Stand outs for me were fifth step, Danny coughlins bad dream , rattlesnakes & the slide inn road. Well worth a credit .
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- josh
- 03-06-2024
Some great stories in this one, Great to hear that voice again! As a big king fan I really enjoyed this set.
Really well paced stories I got lost in each one quickly and enjoyed the variety. Great performances reading each story.
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- Sonia A
- 10-07-2024
Warning : potentialBinge listening
Compelling , masterful story teller Stephen King knows how to draw the listener in . Characters, moods and setting is drawn creepily well, just made me need to know what happens next.
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- Anonymous User
- 23-06-2024
Darker it is
Loved it. Especially the first one. Stephen King is the King and master of his craft.
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- Matthew Roberts
- 29-06-2024
Fantastic stuff. King at his best
I’m a big fan of Stephen King, and I’ve always thought his short stories are his best work.
These stories are all bangers. I enjoyed them immensely.
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- Louise
- 27-05-2024
So satisfying
This compilation of stories is representative of King as fans have come to love him. He exposes the worst of humanity and takes us down paths which twist nastily whenever we get too comfortable. Danny Coughlin’s Bad Dream is a highlight, showcasing King’s amazing ability to build character with such detail that you can see them as you read/listen. Links to other King books and places featured in them makes these stories even more enjoyable.
It is always a treat to hear him read his own work and this is featured here, which is not to say that the always impressive Will Patton does not do an equally terrific job of bringing these stories to life.
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- Anonymous User
- 10-07-2024
Another hit from the Master.
Terrific stories, Stephen King is brilliant and the narrator was spellbinding. Can't wait for the next one.
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- Claudia Sanchez
- 11-06-2024
He is still King!!
I had forgotten how funny he can be! Walking around listening and laughing was a great experience!
Back on the King wagon!!
From a constant reader that took a break!
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- Anonymous User
- 07-07-2024
Fabulous
I loved every story. Will Pattens voice is relaxing I love stories read by Will Patten.
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