You Like It Darker by Stephen King is one of the most talked-about recent releases readers keep adding to their lists and it is easy to see why: twelve new tales from the master and yes, it gets darker.
What it's about
Stephen King returns to the short form with a dozen new stories that roam from quiet dread to full-blown horror, including a novella-length sequel to Cujo. It is a showcase of the range King has always had in the format, from the eerie and the sad to the genuinely terrifying.
Why everyone's talking about it
King's story collections are perennial bestsellers and You Like It Darker drew particular attention for its Cujo follow-up and its breadth. Fans consider his short fiction some of his very best work.
The verdict, for now
If you love King, or you simply want horror in bite-sized, high-quality doses, this is a treat. Come for the variety, stay for the reminder that few writers do the short story this well.
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