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Finders Keepers
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Book Brief
544
Novel • Fiction
Midwestern United States • Contemporary
2015
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Finders Keepers by Stephen King follows Morris Bellamy, who kills author John Rothstein for his unpublished works, but is imprisoned, leaving the notebooks buried. Decades later, young Pete Saubers finds them and secretly uses the money inside to help his family. When Morris is paroled, he seeks the notebooks, leading to a tense showdown involving Pete, detective Bill Hodges, and others. Instances of murder, rape, and homophobic language are present.
Suspenseful
Dark
Mysterious
Gritty
Challenging
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Stephen King's Finders Keepers showcases strong character development and a gripping narrative, meeting high expectations for suspense. Positive feedback highlights the compelling plot and page-turner qualities. Some criticism points to a slower middle section, but overall, it maintains the engrossing tension King is known for.
Who Should Read Finders Keepers?
Finders Keepers by Stephen King captivates readers who enjoy suspenseful thrillers with literary themes. Fans of intricate plots and psychological depth, similar to those found in Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn or Sharp Objects by Flynn, will find this novel compelling. King's meticulous storytelling and rich character development appeal to a broad audience.
Morris Bellamy
Morris Bellamy
The central antagonist whose obsession with stolen notebooks leads him to value literature over human life, creating conflict in his pursuit of reclaiming them.
Kermit William “Bill” Hodges
Kermit William “Bill” Hodges
A 66-year-old private investigator and former police detective who assists in solving cases beyond the police's reach and plays a crucial intermediary role in connecting the events of the novel.
544
Novel • Fiction
Midwestern United States • Contemporary
2015
Adult
18+ years
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