Author: thebookishdad

“The Old Curiosity Shop,” authored by Charles Dickens and initially published in 1841, is a novel that delves into the narrative of Nell Trent, a young girl residing with her grandfather in a shop filled with intriguing and valuable antiquities. Nell’s grandfather, plagued by a gambling addiction, finds himself bereft of all possessions and resorts…

“The Great Gatsby,” penned by F. Scott Fitzgerald and published in 1925, is a novel that immerses readers in the vibrant world of 1920s Long Island, New York. At its core, the story revolves around Jay Gatsby, a young and affluent individual who amassed his fortune through illicit means and becomes consumed by his fervent…

“Black House” is a chilling horror novel co-authored by Stephen King and Peter Straub, which was published in 2001. Serving as a sequel to their previous joint work, “The Talisman,” the story revolves around Jack Sawyer, a retired detective drawn back into action when he is tasked with investigating a series of brutal child murders…

Published in 1997, “Wizard and Glass” stands as the fourth installment in Stephen King’s sweeping fantasy series, “The Dark Tower.” Within the pages of this epic novel, readers follow Roland Deschain, the last gunslinger, alongside his companions Eddie, Susannah, and Jake, as they persist on their relentless quest toward the enigmatic Dark Tower. Their journey…

Published in 1991, “The Waste Lands” marks the third installment in Stephen King’s sweeping fantasy series, “The Dark Tower.” This captivating narrative delves deeper into the odyssey of Roland Deschain, the last gunslinger, alongside his comrades Eddie Dean, Odetta Holmes/Detta Walker, and Jake Chambers, as they embark on their perilous quest towards the enigmatic Dark…

“Insomnia” is a chilling book penned by acclaimed author Stephen King, which hit the shelves in 1994. The narrative revolves around Ralph Roberts, an elderly widower grappling with the torment of sleeplessness, plunging him into a realm of unsettling visions. As Ralph’s insomnia deepens, he unlocks a heightened perception of reality, granting him glimpses of…