In this epic masterpiece, Stephen King introduces Roland of Gilead, the Last Gunslinger. He is a haunting figure, a loner on a spellbinding journey into good and evil. In his desolate world, which mirrors our own in frightening ways, Roland pursues the Man in Black across a landscape blasted by atomic fire. King has created an unforgettable saga of dark fantasy and science fiction that will be with readers for generations.
For who is this book for ?
This book is for anyone who loves mystery, thriller and suspense books. It is a very long book (1046 pages) but it’s worth the read. If you’re looking for an exciting and thrilling adventure, then this is the perfect book for you!
Pros :
- The Dark Tower is an epic masterpiece that introduces Roland of Gilead, the Last Gunslinger
- The desolate world King creates in this book mirrors our own in frightening ways
- Roland’s pursuit of the Man in Black across a landscape blasted by atomic fire is an unforgettable saga
Cons :
- The Dark Tower I is a very long book, and may not be suitable for all readers.
- Some aspects of the plot are difficult to follow.
- The ending may leave some readers wanting more.
Learn more about the author
Stephen King is the author of more than fifty books, all of them worldwide bestsellers. His novel 11/22/63 was named a top ten book of 2011 by The New York Times Book Review and won the Los Angeles Times Book Prize for Mystery/Thriller. He is also the author of The Dark Tower series, which has been adapted into a major motion picture starring Idris Elba and Matthew McConaughey.
Reader Reviews
“This book is what started my love affair with Stephen King. It’s an extremely dark and brooding story about a gunslinger in a post-apocalyptic world. If you’re looking for something to get lost in, this is it.”
“Stephen King’s Dark Tower series is one of my all-time favorites, and I’m not alone. If you’re a fan of fantasy, science fiction, or just plain great storytelling, then you need to read these books.”
“This book is so well written it’s one that you can never put down. I read it in two days.”
“This series is one of my favorites and I just couldn’t put this book down, it’s simply amazing. “