A review by nickitaylor915
Doctor Sleep by Stephen King

adventurous challenging dark mysterious tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.5

4.5/5⭐️
As someone who loved the original story, I found Doctor Sleep to be a fantastic sequel that did not disappoint. The book picks up years later with Danny Torrance now older but still dealing with the trauma from his childhood. King seamlessly blends elements from The Shining with new characters and plot twists that make for a thrilling read. The main character's psychic abilities are better developed and the introduction of the True Knot, a group of people who feed off the energy of the terminally ill, adds a new level of terror to the story. King's writing is excellent, and he masterfully creates a world and characters that are both scary and deeply engrossing. Overall, I found Doctor Sleep to be an excellent read and perfect for anyone looking for a thrilling page-turner. 
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