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This terrifying classic has officially entered my Top 5 King list!!! I'm so happy that I finally faced my fears and read It!
This book is amazing. It took me just under a month to read, but it was absolutely worth it. I'm so in love with this.
That's it. That's my full review. I will read it again someday and maybe I will be able to leave further thoughts at that time.
Right now, my mind is blown and my heart is happy!
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I have avoided this book my entire life. Not because it is over 1,000-pages. I have no problem with that. I've read The Stand three times.
The fact is, I am petrified of clowns; have been my whole life. My parents couldn't take me anywhere there could possibly be a clown sighting. No circus, no parades. Even if they popped up on television, I would have to leave the room. It's a whole thing.
This carried over into my adult life for the most part, however, I feel like I am ready to give it a go. With the help of my friend, Shannon and the power of the buddy read, I am finally tackling this beast!
This book is amazing. It took me just under a month to read, but it was absolutely worth it. I'm so in love with this.
That's it. That's my full review. I will read it again someday and maybe I will be able to leave further thoughts at that time.
Right now, my mind is blown and my heart is happy!
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I have avoided this book my entire life. Not because it is over 1,000-pages. I have no problem with that. I've read The Stand three times.
The fact is, I am petrified of clowns; have been my whole life. My parents couldn't take me anywhere there could possibly be a clown sighting. No circus, no parades. Even if they popped up on television, I would have to leave the room. It's a whole thing.
This carried over into my adult life for the most part, however, I feel like I am ready to give it a go. With the help of my friend, Shannon and the power of the buddy read, I am finally tackling this beast!
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April 30, 2021
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April 30, 2021
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May 4, 2021
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24.05%
"There have been some truly terrifying scenes in this thus far.
Yikes! Loving it so much!!"
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Yikes! Loving it so much!!"
May 7, 2021
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39.88%
"And the greater Kingverse connections just keep on coming!
I love finding Easter Eggs!"
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I love finding Easter Eggs!"
May 9, 2021
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50.35%
"Chapter 11, section 3 is the scariest shit I have ever read 😳
I have put It in the freezer to think about what It has done..."
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I have put It in the freezer to think about what It has done..."
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May 25, 2021
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May 25, 2021
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May 25, 2021
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Apr 30, 2021 09:02AM
I’m also scared of clowns and waited forever to read IT but now it’s one of my favorite books.
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That's great to hear, Meg. I'm afraid of clowns too, probably because of some creepy smiling and painted faces. And books and movies like IT amplify the fear even more. Yet, it's always a great thing to overcome our fears and take that plunge. I hope you enjoy your time while reading this!!
Lucie wrote: "I'm scared of clowns because of this haha. I saw the TV mini series at a stupidly young age and have been petrified of them ever since. I have the same nightmare every time I read the book or watch..." Hahaha, at least it is worth it, right!? We think my stems from watching Poltergeist when I was 3 or 4. Ahhhh, parenting in the early-80s. :)
Summer wrote: "I’m also scared of clowns and waited forever to read IT but now it’s one of my favorite books." Oh, yayeeeee! This makes me happy, Summer and gives me hope. Thank you! xx
� Anushka � wrote: "That's great to hear, Meg. I'm afraid of clowns too, probably because of some creepy smiling and painted faces. And books and movies like IT amplify the fear even more. Yet, it's always a great thi..." Thank you so much! I am nervous, not going to lie, but I feel like reading with a friend will be helpful. Let her read a little ahead and warn me if anything crazy is coming! :)
Technically, It isn't a clown. There! Feel better?
Kon wrote: "Technically, It isn't a clown. There! Feel better?"Isn't it what you fear the most though, or something like that? Which for me, would be a CLOWN! We're back full circle! ;)
Yes! You finally did it. *clown emoji*
Rod | rodsreads wrote: "Yes! You finally did it. *clown emoji*" FINALLY!!! and it was soooo good! Kicking myself for putting it off for this long. I will definitely be reading it again someday :)
Whoa!! Awesome you brave you :) I'm scared of it of course because of the "clown" but also because of the size. You say it took you a month, I think then it'd be a year for someone like me haha. But I'll definitely take it on myself someday as I love the story of the camaraderie and the perseverance of our band of protagonists.
Hasan wrote: "Whoa!! Awesome you brave you :) I'm scared of it of course because of the "clown" but also because of the size. You say it took you a month, I think then it'd be a year for someone like me haha. Bu..." I hope you do pick it up someday, Hasan. I know I will be reading it again. I enjoyed it that much!
I read this many years ago, back when starting a long book felt like Christmas morning (before the tbr pile was mountainous). I loved it, glad you did too despite the clowns!
JanB wrote: "I read this many years ago, back when starting a long book felt like Christmas morning (before the tbr pile was mountainous). I loved it, glad you did too despite the clowns!" Hahaha, I absolutely know the feeling of the mountainous TBR! This had to be done though. After finishing, I'm like, when can I read It again!? :)
Nice review Megs! Glad you finally got to this one too. :D
Ginger wrote: "Nice review Megs! Glad you finally got to this one too. :D" It was amazing. Thank you, Ginger!! xx
Have you tried reading "Clown In A Cornfield" it's pretty good. Nice quick read and lots of fun.
Richard wrote: "Have you tried reading "Clown In A Cornfield" it's pretty good. Nice quick read and lots of fun." Yes, I did, Richard! I actually read that one as soon as it came out. I was feeling extra brave and I'm so glad that I did. I read it in a day and loved how it made me nostalgic for the 80s Horror movies of my youth! I'm glad you had fun with it as well :)
Megs, you’re tempting me. We just took a day trip to the Stanley Hotel so visions of Stephen King are on my brain.
Lorna wrote: "Megs, you’re tempting me. We just took a day trip to the Stanley Hotel so visions of Stephen King are on my brain."Oh my goodness! Did you really? That must have been amazing. It's definitely a location I would like to visit one day. This is a perfect summer read, I feel like. Definitely summer vibes with the kids having so much time on their hands :)
I hope if you do read it someday, Lorna, that you enjoy it as much as I did!
Thank you so much, Megs. Living in Colorado we are basically an hour and a half away from the Stanley Hotel. Estes Park has been such a wonderful part of our life over the years. We sat on the porch and enjoyed a glass of wine as we were so taken in by the beautiful views. I am hoping that someday you will be able to do the same.
Lorna wrote: "Thank you so much, Megs. Living in Colorado we are basically an hour and a half away from the Stanley Hotel. Estes Park has been such a wonderful part of our life over the years. We sat on the porc..." Oh, wow. That sounds like such a relaxing visit and a great memory! I look forward to seeing it someday!
Well, I gotta say I wasn't scared of clowns until I read this one... It's a disturbing book about the demons we all carry inside us our whole life, and about how only we can exorcise them. Which you did, so Yay for you!
Morvrun wrote: "Well, I gotta say I wasn't scared of clowns until I read this one... It's a disturbing book about the demons we all carry inside us our whole life, and about how only we can exorcise them. Which yo..."Awww, thank you so much! I loved that about this book. That even though it had legitimate terrifying scenes, there was a deeper meaning that anyone can relate to. Thank you for your comment! :)
I'm am petrified of clowns, clowns and spiders. You have convinced me to give this a try. I do love Stephen King so odds are I will like this book.
Jennie wrote: "I'm am petrified of clowns, clowns and spiders. You have convinced me to give this a try. I do love Stephen King so odds are I will like this book."Oooooooo, I was so scared, Jennie. It took me so long to pick this up and there are parts that truly scared the crap out of me, but it was soooo worth it. I hope you love it!
You mentioned this being in your top five King books..can I ask what they are? I've only read about a quarter of his books and was interested in which one to pick up next!
Rose wrote: "You mentioned this being in your top five King books..can I ask what they are? I've only read about a quarter of his books and was interested in which one to pick up next!"Absolutely!! My top 5, in order are: The Stand, The Shining, It, Duma Key and Bag of Bones. 🤍�
Rose wrote: "@megs_bookrack Thank you! 🙂"You're welcome! Always happy to chat King :)
Tonya wrote: "Maybe I'll overcome mine!!"It took quite a few years for me to get there, but I'm so glad that I finally did! I hope you get to it someday, Tonya, and that you enjoy It as much as I did!
This is a brilliant book
Alec's Always Bored wrote: "This is a brilliant book"Agreed! I'm glad to hear you loved it as well, Alec!
Love that cover! Never seen that version. 🤡
✯~鷡� wrote: "Love that cover! Never seen that version. 🤡"I love it too. It's actually my favorite edition of It that I have because it is a BIG floppy paperback and I love the solid white with just the red/black contrast of the font and simple image.
This is my favorite King book! I don't see that ever changing!
Great review, Megs! Glad you enjoyed this one.
Jared wrote: "This is my favorite King book! I don't see that ever changing!"Yayeee! I love that, Jared. I love hearing everyone's favorite King. I can definitely see why this one is your fave. It makes my top 5, easily!! I can't wait to read it again someday!
Marilyn (trying to catch up) wrote: "Great review, Megs! Glad you enjoyed this one."Thank you so much, Marilyn!! xx
