Why read Under the Dome?

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Don’t miss the “harrowing” (The Washington Post) #1 New York Times bestselling thriller from master storyteller Stephen King that inspired the hit television series, following the apocalyptic scenario of a town cut off from the rest of the world.

On an entirely normal, beautiful fall day in Chester’s Mill, Maine,…

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2 authors picked Under the Dome as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

Colin Garrow

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I loved the way King creates a huge cast of characters but doesn't allow them to get out of hand. It was easy to keep track of who everyone was and what their role in the story was.

From Colin's 3 favorite reads in 2024.

Louis Arata

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The premise is straightforward: A dome settles over the small town of Chester’s Mill. The reason why is a bit of a McGuffin, but what is compelling is King’s brilliant exploration of the breakdown of society. Plenty of characters are willing to work together to get through the crisis, but then there are those who want to exploit the situation for their own gain. As with many King novels, it’s the worst aspects of human nature that are the true monster. Plus, King keeps his foot on the gas for the entire length of this massive tome; it never lets…

From Louis' list on horror where the world becomes askew.