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The Outsider

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2018

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Stephen King

The Outsider

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2018
Book Details
Pages

576

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Oklahoma • Contemporary

Publication Year

2018

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Stephen King’s The Outsider, Detective Ralph Anderson arrests local coach Terry Maitland for a gruesome child murder, despite Terry's airtight alibi. As contradictory evidence surfaces, including Terry being seen in two places at once, Ralph and private investigator Holly Gibney uncover a horrifying supernatural entity capable of taking on others' appearances. The novel contains sensitive topics such as child murder and suicide.

Dark

Mysterious

Unnerving

Suspenseful

Gritty

Reviews & Readership

4.2

389,401 ratings

77%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Stephen King's The Outsider masterfully blends crime and supernatural elements, captivating readers with its suspense and complex characters. Critics praise its compelling plot and atmospheric tension. However, some feel the novel's latter half loses momentum and becomes predictable. Overall, it remains a gripping and thought-provoking read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Outsider?

Fans of Stephen King, Raymond Chandler’s The Big Sleep, and Gillian Flynn’s Gone Girl will relish The Outsider. This novel suits readers who enjoy intricate plot twists, supernatural elements, and a blend of crime and horror. Ideal for those who appreciate suspenseful thrillers with a strong investigative component.

4.2

389,401 ratings

77%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

576

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Oklahoma • Contemporary

Publication Year

2018

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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