Is Stephen King Finally Finishing the Dark Tower Series?

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The discussion revolves around the anticipation and reactions to the latest installment of Stephen King's Dark Tower series. Participants share their experiences with the series, express excitement about the new release, and discuss plot developments and character implications. The scope includes fan reactions, personal anecdotes, and speculative thoughts on the series' direction.

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants express excitement about the new installment, noting their long-term fandom of Stephen King and the Dark Tower series.
  • One participant mentions reading the series alongside their son, highlighting the generational impact of the books.
  • A participant shares a strong reaction to the latest plot developments, indicating unexpected twists and connections to previous books.
  • Another participant notes the need to reread earlier books to fully grasp the new installment's context.
  • Some participants express disappointment over unresolved plot points and cliffhangers, suggesting that the story may not conclude as expected in this installment.
  • There is speculation that Stephen King may become a more prominent character in the series, rather than just an indirect reference.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally share excitement about the new release, but there are mixed feelings regarding the plot's direction, particularly concerning unresolved cliffhangers and character roles. The discussion reflects both enthusiasm and disappointment, indicating that multiple views remain.

Contextual Notes

Some participants reference earlier books in the series, suggesting that understanding the latest installment may depend on familiarity with previous plotlines and themes.

Who May Find This Useful

Fans of Stephen King, particularly those interested in the Dark Tower series, as well as readers looking for community reactions and discussions about recent developments in the series.

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Rather than dig up the old one, thought I'd just start a new thread.

For those of you Stephen King fans out there, the next installment of the Dark Tower series is due to be released this month. I've been reading King's books for close to 20 years, so I'm of course a die hard fan. All I can say is it's about darned time! I was beginning to think he'd be dead before he finished the series.

Any of the newcomers King or Dark Tower Fans?
 
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You said it. My son got into the Dark Tower as a senior in high school, and he's now a 30 year old husband and father. I read them along with him, and I can hardly remember the plot any more.
 
I finished it last night...holy crap, guys and gals, the (expletive deleted) really hit the fan this time! The 'wolves' are exactly the last thing you could ever possibly expect...except after the theme of Wizard and Glass[/], it makes some sort of twisted sense.
 
It's out already? Man I'd better go get it and start reading.
Ya, I had to go back and reread wizzards and glass just to remember.
 
Holy sweet boobala! Go get it NOW!
 
Much like the matrix I was kinda bummed. They should have wrapped it up in this book but they had to leave a cliffhanger for the next one. But it's all starting to come together now. I'm thinking more and more that Stephen King will be at the top, or at least be a real character in the book intstead of an indirect reference.
 

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