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Joyland

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2013

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Stephen King

Joyland

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2013
Book Details
Pages

283

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

North Carolina • 1970s

Publication Year

2013

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Stephen King's Joyland, Devin Jones reflects on the summer of 1973, when, at 21, he worked at an amusement park in North Carolina, uncovering mysteries including a murder at the Horror House while grappling with personal heartbreak and befriending a boy with clairvoyant abilities. The novel features explicit sexual language, murder, and mental health struggles.

Mysterious

Suspenseful

Nostalgic

Contemplative

Melancholic

Reviews & Readership

4.2

182,346 ratings

73%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Stephen King's Joyland captivates with its blend of horror, mystery, and coming-of-age themes. Readers appreciate the nostalgic setting and strong character development, particularly protagonist Devin Jones. However, some find the plot predictable and the pacing uneven. Overall, it appeals to fans of King's storytelling for its emotional depth and satisfying suspense.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Joyland?

Fans of Stephen King’s suspenseful storytelling, mystery, and supernatural elements will relish Joyland. Readers who enjoyed The Green Mile or The Body will find similar intrigue and emotional depth. Ideal for those who appreciate a gripping carnival backdrop and coming-of-age tales entwined with crime and the paranormal.

4.2

182,346 ratings

73%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

283

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

North Carolina • 1970s

Publication Year

2013

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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