Paul Sheldon, a renowned author, finds himself at the mercy of his self-proclaimed number one fan, Annie Wilkes, after a severe car accident. Having just killed off his most famous character, Misery Chastain, in his latest manuscript, Paul awakens to discover Annie's unsettling obsession with his work. When Annie learns of Misery's demise, her adoration turns into a terrifying rage, trapping Paul in a nightmarish ordeal where he must write to survive, catering to her twisted desires in her remote mountain home.

Why You Should Read?

• Experience a masterclass in psychological suspense, exploring the dark side of fandom and the terrifying vulnerability of an artist.
• Delve into the chilling mind of Annie Wilkes, one of Stephen King's most iconic and disturbing antagonists.
• Witness a gripping battle of wits and will as a writer fights for his life against an unpredictable captor.
• Explore themes of addiction, creative control, and the blurred lines between admiration and obsession.

About the Author

Stephen King is the author of more than sixty books, all of them worldwide bestsellers. His many awards include the 2003 National Book Foundation Medal for Distinguished Contribution to American Letters and the 2014 National Medal of Arts. He lives in Bangor, Maine, with his wife, novelist Tabitha King.