Thinner
Thinner
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1996
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Connecticut • 1980s
1996
Adult
18+ years
820L
Super Short Summary
Thinner by Stephen King follows a person-first journey of an obese lawyer who, after an encounter with a vengeful Romani woman, begins to lose weight uncontrollably. The novel explores themes of justice, vengeance, and personal transformation.
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Stephen King's Thinner offers a chilling exploration of guilt and vengeance. Critics praise its gripping pace and eerie atmosphere but note uneven character development. While some find the plot engaging, others feel the resolution is predictable. Overall, it remains a haunting read for horror fans.
Who Should Read Thinner?
Readers who enjoy psychological horror with a supernatural twist, akin to Stephen King’s Pet Sematary or Shirley Jackson's The Haunting of Hill House, will find Thinner captivating. The novel delves into themes of guilt, retribution, and personal torment, making it ideal for fans of suspenseful and cerebral horror narratives.
217,821 ratings
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Novel • Fiction
Connecticut • 1980s
1996
Adult
18+ years
820L
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