In Joe Hill's sprawling new horror epic, King Sorrow, a group of five college students from Rackham College in Maine unwittingly unleash a malevolent ancient dragon into the world, dubbed King Sorrow. The friends, comprising Arthur, Colin, twins Donna and Donovan, Allie, and Gwen, initially summon the creature to aid them in taking down local thugs who have been extorting books from their college library.
As fate would have it, this dark pact comes with a terrible price: each year, one of their own must be sacrificed to King Sorrow. The friends' initial attempt at using the dragon for personal gain sets off a chain reaction of gruesome and supernatural horrors that threaten to destroy them all.
Throughout the novel, Hill effortlessly navigates between various genres, from thriller and dark fantasy to romance and horror. A pivotal scene in Cornwall's caves brings Tolkien-esque elements to life, while other moments evoke King himself - a nod to his father that delightfully acknowledges their connection without resorting to sentimentality.
With its diverse cast of characters and shifting narrative tones, King Sorrow is an exhilarating ride that culminates in a tour de force performance from Hill. By reimagining the complexities of friendship, love, and sacrifice, this monstrous novel ultimately becomes a paean to the power of imagination and human connection.
In essence, King Sorrow is a resounding success - a showstopping horror epic that demands attention, revels in its dark themes, and leaves an indelible mark on those who dare to face its horrors head-on.
As fate would have it, this dark pact comes with a terrible price: each year, one of their own must be sacrificed to King Sorrow. The friends' initial attempt at using the dragon for personal gain sets off a chain reaction of gruesome and supernatural horrors that threaten to destroy them all.
Throughout the novel, Hill effortlessly navigates between various genres, from thriller and dark fantasy to romance and horror. A pivotal scene in Cornwall's caves brings Tolkien-esque elements to life, while other moments evoke King himself - a nod to his father that delightfully acknowledges their connection without resorting to sentimentality.
With its diverse cast of characters and shifting narrative tones, King Sorrow is an exhilarating ride that culminates in a tour de force performance from Hill. By reimagining the complexities of friendship, love, and sacrifice, this monstrous novel ultimately becomes a paean to the power of imagination and human connection.
In essence, King Sorrow is a resounding success - a showstopping horror epic that demands attention, revels in its dark themes, and leaves an indelible mark on those who dare to face its horrors head-on.
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. I loved how the author wove together different genres, it kept me on the edge of my seat! 
But what really resonated with me was the message about the power of imagination and human connection - as a parent, you want your kids to feel seen and understood, right? 
. It's amazing how this book can evoke those feelings in adults too... I'm definitely adding it to our family's reading list for next year 
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. I mean, what's not to love about a group of college students who unleash a ancient dragon on the world and then have to sacrifice one of their own every year? Sounds like a recipe for disaster, right? 
But Hill makes it so much more than that - he weaves together themes of friendship, love, and sacrifice in a way that's both heartbreaking and exhilarating.
but seriously, joe hill is a genius and he outdid himself with this one 
the way he weaves together all those different genres is pure magic 
i loved how the characters were all so unique and flawed, it made them relatable in a really dark way 
has anyone else read this? 
omg i just finished reading king sorrow by joe hill and i'm still reeling from the experience!! 
the characters are so well-developed and relatable, you'll feel their pain and fear as they try to survive the horrors that unfold.
i won't lie, i was completely surprised by the ending... and yet, it all makes total sense looking back 
overall, king sorrow is a MUST-READ for anyone who loves horror, fantasy, or just great storytelling in general 
. I think that's what makes this book so epic. It's like we're being invited to join in on a twisted dance with the darkness itself 
. But ultimately, it's a reminder that even in the face of horror, we have the power to choose how we respond and to find connection in our own humanity 
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I mean, come on! Joe Hill's latest masterpiece is literally giving me LIFE 
? Mind-blowing. And that cast of characters? SO diverse and complex 
. It's like he took all the best bits from his other works (e.g., Heart-Shaped Box) and just amplified them to 11 
. The themes of friendship, love, and sacrifice are so expertly handled, it's almost... well, not quite "magical", but you get what I mean 
it's like hill masterfully crafted a narrative that's equal parts thrilling, heartbreaking, and thought-provoking 
the way he explores themes of friendship, love, and sacrifice is so beautifully done 
The fact that Hill can effortlessly switch between genres like thriller, dark fantasy, romance, and horror is just insane! 
Can't wait to dive into this monstrous novel and see what King Sorrow has in store! 
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. Like, these characters are struggling with real issues and emotions, not just jumping around and screaming "boo!" 
I'm intrigued by this new Joe Hill novel, King Sorrow. The idea of a group of college students unleashing a malevolent ancient dragon is pretty wild. But what really caught my attention was the fact that one of their own has to be sacrificed every year... that's just messed up 
. I'm not sure if I'd read this book for its supernatural horror elements, but at least Hill's exploring some heavy themes about friendship, love, and sacrifice.
. Overall, it seems like King Sorrow is going to be a wild ride with plenty of twists and turns. I'm curious to see if Hill can balance out all these different genres and tones. 
. I love how this novel explores themes of friendship, love, and sacrifice... it's not just a horror story, it's a commentary on human connection 
. Have you guys seen the author's writing style change since his last book? It's like he's evolved as a writer and it shows in King Sorrow 
. And when it all goes wrong, who's to blame? The system that lets these privileged kids get away with it or the monster they unleashed? It's like they say - power corrupts and absolute power corrupts absolutely 
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Can't wait to dive into the rest of King Sorrow & see what dark secrets Hill has up his sleeve 
. 10/10 would recommend to anyone who loves a good spooky ride 