The Tommyknockers

by Stephen King
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Good Books rating 3.03
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  • ID: 10049
  • Added: 2026-01-11
  • Updated: 2026-01-11
  • ISBN: 9781501144288
  • Publisher: Simon and Schuster
  • Published: 2016-02-16
  • Reviews: 3

Roberta Anderson's life takes an unexpected turn when she stumbles upon a buried ship while searching for firewood. With the help of her former lover, Jim Gardener, she excavates an artifact that sets off a chain of bizarre events in the town of Haven. The townspeople begin to change in inexplicable ways, leading to a series of unsettling occurrences that defy logic and reason. As the mystery deepens, Roberta and Jim find themselves entangled in a web of secrets and dangers that threaten to consume them all. The Tommyknockers is a gripping tale that blends elements of horror and science fiction, exploring themes of transformation, identity, and the consequences of unearthing the unknown. Stephen King's signature storytelling style keeps readers on the edge of their seats, as the line between reality and the supernatural blurs in this chilling narrative.

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Goodreads · 2026-01-11
interesting 3.60

The book is interesting and different from King's usual works, featuring great characters and elements typical of his style. It is considered a good read with a unique story.

This reviewer thought the book was great and very different from King's usual books. They appreciated the interesting and unique story, as well as the great characters that are typical of King's writing. While it may not be his best work, it still stands out as a good read with a compelling narrative. The elements of a King book are all present, making it a worthwhile read for fans of his other works.

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    I thought it was great. Interesting and very different to Kings usual books.

    That being said, all the elements of a King book are here, great characters, ...

    It was a gripping story from start to finish, with rich character development and well-written prose.

Milam's Musings · Brett Milam · 2022-05-16
recommended 3.00

The book is not recommended as a first read for someone new to King, but it is still a recommended read. It has a lot to offer for those familiar with King's work.

Brett Milam suggests that The Tommyknockers might not be the best introduction to Stephen King's work for new readers, but they still recommend it. They believe it has a lot to offer, particularly for those who are already fans of King's other books. The reviewer appreciates the depth and complexity of the story, which makes it a worthwhile read despite not being a perfect entry point for newcomers.

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    So, yeah, I wouldn't recommend The Tommyknockers as the first book someone new to King should read, but I would recommend it!

    And if you're a fan of King's other works, you'll likely enjoy this one as well.

    The plot is long and meandering, full of great ideas but dragged down by repetitive events that eventually became tiring.

Booksharkblog · 2018-01-06
mixed 2.50

There is an interesting story at the core, but it is squandered by the execution. The book is not outright bad but has its flaws.

This reviewer found that The Tommyknockers has an interesting story at its core, but they feel that King squandered this potential. They do not consider it an outright bad book, but they do think it has its flaws. The reviewer appreciates the effort and creativity that went into the story, but they believe the execution could have been better. Overall, they see it as a mixed bag with some interesting elements but also some significant drawbacks.

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    Unlike outright bad books like Rage or Roadwork, there's an interesting story at the core here but King squanders any interest in the ...

    It was a very weird but entertaining novel, with a lot of great ideas that could have been executed better.

    The plot is long and meandering, full of great ideas but dragged down by repetitive events that eventually became tiring.

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