A Face in the Crowd
A Face in the Crowd
Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 2012
Book Brief
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Short Story • Fiction
Florida • Contemporary
2012
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
A collaboration between Stephen King and Stewart O'Nan, "A Face in the Crowd" follows a grieving elderly man who begins to experience eerie visions while watching baseball games. The story explores themes of memory, loss, and the blurring of reality, as the protagonist confronts figures from his past unexpectedly reappearing in his life.
Mysterious
Dark
Unnerving
Melancholic
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
A Face in the Crowd by Stephen King and Stewart O'Nan offers an intriguing blend of horror and suspense, common traits in King's work. The novella's vivid storytelling and engaging plot captivate readers, though some may find its brevity limits character development. Fans of both authors will likely appreciate its eerie atmosphere and well-crafted tension.
Who Should Read A Face in the Crowd?
A reader who enjoys suspenseful, psychological tales like A Face in the Crowd by Stephen King and Stewart O'Nan likely appreciates eerie atmospheres and character-driven narratives. Fans of The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins or Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn would find its chilling suspense appealing.
8,197 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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Short Story • Fiction
Florida • Contemporary
2012
Adult
18+ years
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