Desperation

Stephen King’s Rawest Fiction Meets Masterful Narration

Written byStephen King

Narrated byStephen King

Length21h15m

Release dateFebruary 2, 2016

GenreLiterature & Fiction, Genre Fiction, Literary Fiction

Languageenglish

★★★★☆ 4.5 (51 ratings)

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Author	Stephen King
Narrator	Stephen King
Runtime	21h15m
Published	February 2, 2016
Rating	★★★★☆ 4.5 / 5 (51 ratings)
Categories	Literature & Fiction, Genre Fiction, Literary Fiction, Horror, Mystery, Thriller & Suspense, Thriller & Suspense, Supernatural, Suspense
Format	Audiobook (Digital)
Platform	Audible

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About This Audiobook

Desperation is Stephen King at his most visceral, a haunting tale of a small mining town where nothing goes as planned. The narrative plunges listeners into the claustrophobic psyche of Collie Entragian, who grapples with a relentless past. King's narration is both intimate and intense, making every pause and whisper feel charged with meaning. This audiobook stands out not just for its gripping plot but for how it shatters expectations, leaving you breathless.

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Editor's Review ★★★★☆

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Stephen King’s voice is the perfect conduit for his chilling narrative in Desperation. As Collie Entragian, King brings a raw intensity that lingers long after the audiobook ends. His performance is unflinching, making the listener feel every tremor and shock along with Entragian. The story unfolds like a twisted puzzle, each piece revealing more darkness than you thought possible. However, some might find the pacing a bit too slow, lingering on Entragian’s psychological breakdowns. Despite this, Desperation is a masterclass in atmospheric fiction that will have you questioning everything about the journey you’re about to embark on.

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