Ring (Ring, #1)
Ring (Ring, #1)
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2004
Book Brief
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Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2004282
Novel • Fiction
Japan • 1990s
2004
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Ring by Kōji Suzuki, translated by Glynne Walley and Robert B. Rohmer, follows journalist Kazuyuki Asakawa investigating a mysterious videotape that causes viewers to die one week after watching it. Asakawa races against time to uncover the tape's origin and break the curse to save his life and others.
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Kōji Suzuki's Ring captivates with its chilling atmosphere and psychological depth, effectively blending horror and mystery. Glynne Walley's translation maintains narrative intensity, though some criticize a perceived loss of cultural nuances. Robert B. Rohmer's contributions are lauded for adding clarity. Overall, the book is praised but noted for occasional pacing issues.
Who Should Read Ring (Ring, #1)?
A reader who enjoys Ring by Kōji Suzuki, Glynne Walley, and Robert B. Rohmer is likely to be captivated by supernatural horror and psychological thrillers. Similar to Stephen King's The Shining and Shirley Jackson's The Haunting of Hill House, this reader appreciates narratives that blend eerie atmospheres with intricate plots.
25,220 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
282
Novel • Fiction
Japan • 1990s
2004
Adult
18+ years
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