UR by Stephen King

**Weave** on Wed Jan 25, 2012 12:42 pm

UR by Stephen King ~ Started: 21.01.12 ~ Finished: 22.01.12

Title of Book: UR
Name of Author: Stephen King
Kindle Edition
File Size: 183 KB
ASIN: B001RF3U9K

Synopsis ~

Tapping into our primal fears of modern technology that made Cell a #1 bestseller, Stephen King sets his sights on the latest high-tech gadget in UR, in which a mysterious e-book reader opens a disturbing window into other worlds.

Reeling from a painful break-up, English instructor and avid book lover Wesley Smith is haunted by his ex-girlfriend's parting shot: "Why can't you just read off the computer like everyone else?" He buys an e-book reader out of spite, but soon finds he can use the device to glimpse realities he had never before imagined, discovering literary riches beyond his wildest dreams...and all-too-human tragedies that surpass his most terrible nightmares.

'UR' is another novella to Stephen King's collection and its for the kindle age. The story was interesting and weird (very Twilight Zone) but very Stephen King. Fans will recognise the 'low men in yellow coats' but 'UR' is definitely a great introduction for new fans. Avoid pink kindles people.

Rating: 3/5