Misery: A Novel

The #1 New York Times bestseller about a famous novelist held hostage in a remote location by his number one fan. One of Stephen Kings bestgenuinely scary (USA TODAY). Bestselling novelist Paul Sheldon thinks hes finally free of Misery Chastain. In a controversial career move, hes just killed off the popular protagonist of his beloved romance series in favor of expanding his creative horizons. But such a change doesnt come without consequences. After a near-fatal car accident in rural Colorado leaves his body broken, Paul finds himself at the mercy of the terrifying rescuer whos nursing him back to healthhis self-proclaimed number one fan, Annie Wilkes. Annie is very upset over what Paul did to Misery and demands that he find a way to bring her back by writing a new novelhis best yet, and one thats all for her. After all, Paul has all the time in the world to do so as a prisoner in her isolated house...and Annie has some very persuasive and violent methods to get exactly what she wants... King at his besta winner! The New York Times Unadulteratedly terrifyingfrightening. Publishers Weekly Classic Kingfull of twists and turns and mounting suspense. The Boston Globe