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Cell

Stephen King
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Cell

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006

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Stephen King

Cell

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006
Book Details
Pages

449

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Boston, Massachusetts • Contemporary

Publication Year

2006

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Cell by Stephen King, individuals exposed to a mysterious signal through their cellphones transform into violent beings. The story follows a protagonist's journey to survive and seek out his son amidst the chaos caused by the signal-induced insanity.

Reviews & Readership

4.0

232,061 ratings

57%

Loved it

29%

Mixed feelings

14%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Stephen King's Cell presents a gripping tale of apocalyptic chaos initiated by a mysterious signal. Critics praise its fast-paced narrative and vivid imagery but note uneven character development and an ambiguous ending. While lauded for its originality and tension, some feel it lacks the emotional depth found in King's earlier works (King).

Who should read this

Who Should Read Cell?

Fans of Cell by Stephen King will likely enjoy post-apocalyptic thrillers and horror novels. Readers who appreciated the suspense and societal breakdown in The Stand or the survival aspects in titles like World War Z and The Road will find Cell captivating. This book attracts those who relish intense, dystopian settings.

4.0

232,061 ratings

57%

Loved it

29%

Mixed feelings

14%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

449

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Boston, Massachusetts • Contemporary

Publication Year

2006

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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