The Stand is a novel by Stephen King, the “ultimate Disaster Novel.” It tells the story of a pandemic that wipes out most of humanity, and the small group of survivors who must rebuild society.
For who is this book for ?
This book is for those who are interested in post-apocalyptic stories, and who want to see what society would be like after a huge disaster. It is also for fans of Stephen King’s work, as it is one of his most famous novels.
Pros :
- The plot is very interesting and keeps you hooked the entire time
- King does a great job of describing the characters and their thoughts, which makes it easy to connect with them
- There are many different plot twists that keep you guessing
Cons :
- It is very long
- It can be quite scary
- Some parts are a bit slow
Learn more about the author
Stephen King is one of the most popular and bestselling authors of all time. His books have been translated into dozens of languages, and millions of copies have been sold. He has published more than fifty novels, including Carrie, The Shining, Cujo, It, Misery, Bag Of Bones and 11/22/63. Many of his stories have been turned into successful movies, including The Shawshank Redemption, Stand By Me, and The Green Mile.
Reader Reviews
“A masterpiece…the best Stephen King book ever.”
“The Stand is one of King’s best novels. It starts out slow but once it gets going, watch out! The characters are well developed and the ending will leave you wanting more.”
“This may be Stephen King’s masterpiece. It is at least the best thing he has ever written.”
“This book was so good I couldn’t put it down. It is the ultimate disaster novel.”
