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Apt Pupil

An iconic story from the No. 1 bestseller
By Stephen King
Series: Different Seasons
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Apt Pupil by Stephen King is a chilling tale about a young boy named Todd Bowden who uncovers the dark past of an elderly neighbour, a former Nazi war criminal. As Todd becomes increasingly obsessed with the man's history, he dives deeper into a psychological game of manipulation and terror, revealing the darkness within himself and the ex-Nazi. This gripping story explores themes of evil, corruption, and the loss of innocence.
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This gripping psychological thriller may appeal to you if you're intrigued by stories that delve into the dark complexities of human nature. Set against a backdrop of moral ambiguity, it explores the intense relationship between a young boy and an old man with a sinister past, offering a chilling look at how evil can manifest across generations. The narrative is masterfully woven with suspense and tension, making it a compelling read for those who enjoy thought-provoking fiction.

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Apt Pupil

King's timeless coming of age novella, adapted into a celebrated movie, now available for the first time from Hodder in standalone form, as part of their exciting Stephen King reissue programme for 2021.

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The No. 1 bestselling author Stephen King's memorable story Apt Pupil—published in his 1982 story collection Different Seasons and made into a movie starring Ian McKellan and Brad Renfro—is now available as a standalone publication.

You must know that your fate and my own are inextricably intertwined.

Todd Bowden is an apt pupil. Good grades, good family, a paper route. But he is about to meet a different kind of teacher, Mr. Dussander, and to learn all about Dussander's dark and deadly past... a decades-old manhunt Dussander has escaped to this day.

Yet Todd doesn't want to turn his teacher in. Todd wants to know more. Much more. He is about to face his fears and learn the real meaning of power—and the seductive lure of evil.

A classic story from Stephen King, Apt Pupil reveals layers upon layers of deception and horror as the boy and old man hold each other in a mutual death grip. Each knows something the other wants kept secret.

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Stephen King demonstrates a remarkable ability to unearth horror within everyday life, capturing readers with his expertise in crafting extended narratives. His storytelling prowess is often compared to that of literary greats, with a gripping style that keeps audiences enthralled.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781529379297

Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 09 September 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Hodder & Stoughton

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 184g

Pages: 256

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About the Author

STEPHEN KING is the author of more than seventy books, all worldwide bestsellers. His recent titles include The Institute, which was described by the Sunday Express as a 'masterpiece', The Outsider (voted winner of the Goodreads Choice Award for best Mystery and Thriller 2018), and If It Bleeds.

Many of his titles have been turned into celebrated films, TV series and streamed events including IT, 'a book which speaks to everybody' (Guardian), The Shawshank Redemption and Stand By Me.

King was the recipient of America's prestigious 2014 National Medal of Arts and the 2003 National Book Foundation Medal for Distinguished Contribution to American Letters. In 2007 he also won the Grand Master Award from the Mystery Writers of America. He lives with his wife Tabitha King in Maine.

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