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The Colorado Kid

Stephen King
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The Colorado Kid

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2005

Book Brief

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Stephen King

The Colorado Kid

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2005
Book Details
Pages

178

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Maine • 2000s

Publication Year

2005

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Colorado Kid by Stephen King follows two veteran journalists who recount to a rookie intern the enigmatic story of an unidentified man's strange death on Moose-Look Island. Their narrative delves into themes of mystery and the unknown, highlighting the enduring pursuit of unanswered questions.

Reviews & Readership

3.8

64,271 ratings

49%

Loved it

34%

Mixed feelings

16%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Stephen King's The Colorado Kid is a polarizing read. Fans appreciate its atmospheric storytelling and unique take on the mystery genre, where not all questions are answered. Critics, however, find fault in the ambiguous ending and lack of resolution, which some see as unsatisfying. King's character work and vivid setting descriptions are widely praised.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Colorado Kid?

Ideal for readers who enjoy mysterious small-town atmospheres and unresolved mysteries, The Colorado Kid by Stephen King will captivate fans of works like The Big Sleep and In the Woods. If you delight in subtle clues and character-driven storytelling, this novella offers an engaging, thought-provoking experience.

3.8

64,271 ratings

49%

Loved it

34%

Mixed feelings

16%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

178

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Maine • 2000s

Publication Year

2005

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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