You Like It Darker

Stories

De: Stephen King

Narrado por: Will Patton, Stephen King

Duración: 20 h y 12 m

Resumen del Editor

From legendary storyteller and master of short fiction Stephen King comes an extraordinary new collection of twelve short stories, many never-before-published, and some of his best EVER.

“You like it darker? Fine, so do I,” writes Stephen King in the afterword to this magnificent new collection of twelve stories that delve into the darker part of life—both metaphorical and literal. King has, for half a century, been a master of the form, and these stories, about fate, mortality, luck, and the folds in reality where anything can happen, are as rich and riveting as his novels, both weighty in theme and a huge pleasure to digest. King writes to feel “the exhilaration of leaving ordinary day-to-day life behind,” and in You Like It Darker, listeners will feel that exhilaration too, again and again.

“Two Talented Bastids” explores the long-hidden secret of how the eponymous gentlemen got their skills. In “Danny Coughlin’s Bad Dream,” a brief and unprecedented psychic flash upends dozens of lives, Danny’s most catastrophically. In “Rattlesnakes,” a sequel to Cujo, a grieving widower travels to Florida for respite and instead receives an unexpected inheritance—with major strings attached. In “The Dreamers,” a taciturn Vietnam vet answers a job ad and learns that there are some corners of the universe best left unexplored. “The Answer Man” asks if prescience is good luck or bad and reminds us that a life marked by unbearable tragedy can still be meaningful.

King’s ability to surprise, amaze, and bring us both terror and solace remains unsurpassed. Each of these stories holds its own thrills, joys, and mysteries; each feels iconic. You like it darker? You got it.

©2024 Stephen King (P)2024 Simon & Schuster Audio

Long Live The King

This is another wonderful anthology from King. The stories are dark and many catch you off guard just as the twists and turns of the lives we live play out. Each story hooks you and keeps you reading. Each story is filled with the observations and empathy I’ve come to know and love while visiting many of the other tales spun by The One and Only.

Not Classic King but that might be a good thing.

Like my review says this is not classic King. If you are looking for Night Shift or Skelton Crew type stories you will be disappointed. What you will get is a mix of stories and in my opinion,one really great novella. Danny Coughlin’s Bad Dream is, in my opinion, the best story here and I highly enjoyed it. If you liked stories like Joyland or the Colorado kid then I think you will enjoy Dannys story. The others are good and all were a joy to listen to.
As much as I enjoy early King stories I enjoy these new stories and im glad he is evolving in his writing instead of just writing the same ol same ol.
I hope you find this review helpful and if you are on the fence about getting this book you should give it try even if its just for Danny Coughlin’s Bad Dream.

lots of nostalgia...

by Mr. King and Will Patton is a dream to listen to per usual

What stood out was how well the story's portrayed a sence of mystery in every word.

I could easily say that I wish the story's were longer because you can't get enough.

Knockout narration in collection of fantastic tales

This is a near perfect collection of short stories. King doesn't shy away from the dark side of life but that's what makes the stories so gripping. This was a truly fantastic collection of short stories with some of the best narration you can get with Will Patton! can't recommend it enough!

King x Patton = The BEST

Best narrator and best author on audible, can’t be beat! Hard to put down collection of short stories

A fine collection of tales from the greatest living storyteller.

I enjoyed each and every one of these stories. King once again proves he is a master of his craft, weaving tales of horror, wonder, and profound humanity (and inhumanity) seemingly effortlessly. It must also be noted that Will Patton's voice is the perfect vehicle for King's particular brand of fiction, he captures the campfire tale tone that makes King's work feel so personal in a way few other narrators have been able to do. Highly, highly recommended.

I have to say this...

I listen to many, many, many Stephen King books. and I've listened to this narrator many, many, many times. And I'm just going to finally say it - I do not like this narrator at all. I hate his female voice, I hate the way he whispers every character, his character voice range is very, very basic. I don't know why Stephen King can't choose a narrator that can really bring his stories to life. So far the first 3 hours of this book are just whispers. For me it makes it very difficult to get through an entire Stephen King book. I do not think I could do 20 hours with this narrator. I'm praying that somewhere down the road he changes his strategy of low talking and whispering each story.

Bravo

This was a great read/audio book. I enjoyed all interesting stories. I very much enjoy Will Paton narration.

Never disappoints

Again, imagination, creativity, all mixed with a common sense view of the world we often miss.