![]() ![]() ![]() The following is my review of the first book in the series. In honor of the original series, I decided to go back and read The Dark Tower for the very first time. Despite its strong cast, comprised of Idris Elba and Matthew McConaughey, the movie released to poor reviews from critics and fans alike. The first in an eight-book series labeled The Dark Tower, The Gunslinger serves as King’s first foray into the world of fantasy.Įarlier this summer, a movie adaptation of King’s epic series, titled simply The Dark Tower, hit theaters. Published in 1982 as King’s twelfth novel, The Gunslinger was not only one of King’s earliest books but also one of his most nontraditional. The Gunslinger is perhaps the greatest example of King’s multi-faceted writing ability. It’s this versatility and dependability that have ultimately made King a household name. No matter the genre, no matter the subject matter, King always manages to excel at crafting compelling worlds and realizing layered characters. The Body (on which Stand By Me was based) and 11/22/63 are just two examples of many. While primarily a horror writer, King has provided numerous works proving his worth outside of the genre. Many of these books have even gone on to inspire movie adaptations, including classic hits like The Shawshank Redemption and modern ones like the just-released re-imagining of It. Under his authorship, King has published a range of acclaimed books, from Carrie to Mr. ![]()
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