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The Green Mile

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1996

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Stephen King

The Green Mile

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1996
Book Details
Pages

512

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Louisiana • 1930s

Theme
Publication Year

1996

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In The Green Mile by Stephen King, Paul Edgecombe recounts his time as the supervising officer of Cold Mountain's death row in 1932. John Coffey, a gentle giant convicted of murdering twin girls, touches lives with his miraculous healing powers, revealing a complex tale of justice and humanity. Topics include graphic violence, execution, and racial prejudice.

Dark

Emotional

Mysterious

Unnerving

Melancholic

Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

Stephen King's The Green Mile is lauded for its compelling storytelling, rich character development, and emotional depth. Reviewers appreciate the blend of supernatural elements with poignant themes of morality and justice. However, some criticize its length and pacing. Overall, it is a highly recommended read for fans of thoughtful, evocative fiction.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Green Mile?

A reader who enjoys The Green Mile by Stephen King is likely drawn to intense, emotional narratives that intertwine elements of supernatural fiction, historical depth, and moral exploration. Fans of Shawshank Redemption by Stephen King and To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee will appreciate the compelling storytelling and profound themes.

Book Details
Pages

512

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Louisiana • 1930s

Theme
Publication Year

1996

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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