Under the Dome
by Stephen King
Under the Dome by Stephen King holds a well received rating of 3.89 out of 5, based on 183.3K reader ratings. First published in 2009. The book spans 1,074 pages.
About Under the Dome
On an entirely normal, beautiful fall day in Chester’s Mill, Maine, the town is inexplicably and suddenly sealed off from the rest of the world by an invisible force field. Planes crash into it and fall from the sky in flaming wreckage, a gardener’s hand is severed as “the dome” comes down on it, people running errands in the neighboring town are divided from their families, and cars explode on impact. No one can fathom what this barrier is, where it came from, and when—or if—it will go away.Dale Barbara, Iraq vet and now a short-order cook, finds himself teamed with a few intrepid citizens—town newspaper owner Julia Shumway, a physician’s assistant at the hospital, a selectwoman, and three brave kids. Against them stands Big Jim Rennie, a politician who will stop at nothing—even murder—to hold the reins of power, and his son, who is keeping a horrible secret in a dark pantry. But their main adversary is the Dome itself. Because time isn’t just short. It’s running out.source: stephenking.com
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Stephen King |
| Published | 2009 |
| Pages | 1,074 |
| Genres | Horror, Fiction, Science Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Fantasy |
| Average Rating | 3.89 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 183,292 |
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What genre is Under the Dome?
Under the Dome is categorized as Horror, Fiction, Science Fiction, Mystery & Thriller. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is Under the Dome worth reading?
Based on 183.3K reader ratings, Under the Dome has an average score of 3.89 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is Under the Dome?
Under the Dome has 1,074 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.
Who wrote Under the Dome?
Under the Dome was written by Stephen King. It was first published in 2009.
What is the ISBN for Under the Dome?
The ISBN-13 for Under the Dome is 9781439148500.0.
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