Elevation
Published: 10, October 2018
Author: Stephen King
Genre: Fiction, Literary, Literature, Mystery, Psychological, Supernatural, Suspense, Thriller
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The Review
Stephen King's novella Elevation has chapter header artwork by Mark Edward Geyer, who previously illustrated King's initial editions of Rose Madder and The Green Mile. The storyline and certain parts of the book are based on Tim Earnshaw's 1997 novel Helium.
On December 22, 2017, King spoke with Entertainment Weekly about this subject. During a discussion of his most recent novella, Gwendy's Button Box, King stated, "I've written another novella, Elevation, which is also a Castle Rock story and, in some ways, a sequel to Gwendy. Sometimes you sow the land, add some fertilizer, and things grow." The words of King are not precisely as he spoke here since I had to edit certain words due to copywriter issues.
This is the story of Scott Carey of Castle Rock, Maine, who is dealing with an unknown sickness that has strange effects on his body and leads him to lose weight quickly, despite the fact that he seems healthy on the outside.
While battling this condition with his trusted doctor, he also tries to resolve a serious issue involving a lesbian couple attempting to build a restaurant in the midst of a hostile public.
According to the most recent information, a movie adaptation is in the works, but no additional details are available at this time. As always, keep an eye on this section of the post for any new developments.
I spoke with several individuals who gave this novella a low rating, and I have to question whether you read the same story I did. This story had a clear message and was a great teaching opportunity.
The majority of people seemed to have missed it completely. What a tragedy. There is no leftist agenda here, as some have stated, and I must question what is wrong with individuals who find everything they are disappointed in as leftist plan?
It is a narrative pointing out that we are all fundamentally the same, and we all put our trousers on one leg at a time.
We must let others do what they want in the same way that we want them to cease bugging us about what we do.
But we do need to stop people from stealing, killing, taking and giving bribes, bullying, and many other bad things, but not stop things like lesbians or gays being free to love each other as they want or hating people of other races, countries, and religions just because they look different or worship different gods.
We must unify against such things and focus solely on true evil rather than on personal matters or choices such as religion, politics, or being straight or homosexual.
The town was full of judgmental and intolerant people who discriminated against anybody who violated their little community's social standards.
They were at ease in their ignorance and hostility, paying little attention to the impact their attitudes had on others who were a bit different. Isn't this something you've heard before? Have you seen the news lately?
Scott is growing lighter (not in the Thinner manner,) but he refuses to go to a doctor or clinic because he does not want to be a public curiosity like his new neighbors are.
He is also not afraid of his condition and is okay with it, as his neighbors are. Finally, he relied on one of his neighbors for assistance since she knew how he felt and why he selected the road he did.
Being afraid of anything different is not a justification to mock or detest it, and it is not about certain political parties or individuals; it is about our society as a whole, and we must address this issue before it is too late.
This book was great, and I read it in a single day. I'll read it once again someday. Stephen King takes you by the throat in the early pages of his books in a way that no other author can.
Scott, the main character, makes you fall in love with him. He's a truly kind guy, as are Dr. Bob, Dee Dee, Myra, and Missy later in the book.
The only problem with The Kings' novels is that they are impossible to put down, and you will not want to get up or be distracted while reading this story. His novels are always fantastic, and this one was no exception.
This was a fantastic story. Characters who are well-developed and with whom you want to spend time. Nothing more can be asked of a book.
I love it when the author narrates the Audiobook, especially if it's Stephen King. If I enjoy the book or the author, I always buy the paperback, hardback, kindle, or any electronic form, as well as the audio version.
This has been my habit since the days of cassettes and subsequently CDs. Before I go any further, I should clarify that I am not related to Stephen King or have any connection to the sales of his novels, but as a reader and author (As an author, I utilize pseudonyms for my privacy and independence,) I feel compelled to state the following.
I do have to address those who are outraged that they were charged $11.97 for a novella-type narrative rather than one of Stephen King's typical tomes.
To begin with, king's brand new books often sell for $14.99 or more at the time of release. Second, to everyone who purchased the book and then complained when they received it and saw it only had 160 pages, you have no reason to be dissatisfied.
It was and is plainly stated in the Product Details section that it is just 160 pages long. It is not the author's fault that you did not read all of the content.
Giving the book less ratings because you did not perform your own research before purchasing it is neither fair to the author nor to others who seek an honest assessment of the book.
Final Thoughts
I am a really open-minded person who does not belong to any group or party and solely believes in live and let live, so please do not try to exploit my open words to connect me with any group and simply enjoy the books as I do without worrying about politics or any other man-made masses-controlling tactics.
One of the novel's themes is inclusivity, so if your political philosophy or religion needs you to fear or reject the "others," this is probably not for you, so skip the diatribe about "Left-Wing King."
Aside from that, it is most likely a valid critique that the phenomena or medical ailment he depicts plaguing the protagonist cannot and will never occur.
True, but this is Stephen King, who does it better than most, as evidenced by 50 best-sellers that have sold over 350 million copies. So suspend your skepticism and sit in for a fast, funny, and (in more ways than one) inspiring narrative. You can't get much better than that!
This novella was fantastic. It's not a horror King Story by any means, but it does have a hint of the otherworldly. Similar to a Twilight Zone episode in which a man finds himself in an unexpected circumstance and makes the most of it.
It's about belonging, camaraderie, and accepting one's fate. The characters were natural and relatable as usual, with some deserving of all the hatred we can pour on them, but I feel that with some love and knowledge, we can still change such individuals in real life. Fans of strange, Twilight Zone-style stories should check this out.
Synopsis
“From legendary master storyteller Stephen King, a riveting story about “an ordinary man in an extraordinary condition rising above hatred” (The Washington Post) and bringing the fictional town of Castle Rock, Maine together—a “joyful, uplifting” (Entertainment Weekly) tale about finding common ground despite deep-rooted differences, “the sign of a master elevating his own legendary game yet again” (USA TODAY).
Although Scott Carey doesn’t look any different, he’s been steadily losing weight. There are a couple of other odd things, too. He weighs the same in his clothes and out of them, no matter how heavy they are. Scott doesn’t want to be poked and prodded. He mostly just wants someone else to know, and he trusts Doctor Bob Ellis.
In the small town of Castle Rock, the setting of many of King’s most iconic stories, Scott is engaged in a low grade—but escalating—battle with the lesbians next door whose dog regularly drops his business on Scott’s lawn. One of the women is friendly; the other, cold as ice. Both are trying to launch a new restaurant, but the people of Castle Rock want no part of a gay married couple, and the place is in trouble. When Scott finally understands the prejudices they face—including his own—he tries to help. Unlikely alliances, the annual foot race, and the mystery of Scott’s affliction bring out the best in people who have indulged the worst in themselves and others.
“Written in masterly Stephen King’s signature translucent…this uncharacteristically glimmering fairy tale calls unabashedly for us to rise above our differences” (Booklist, starred review). Elevation is an antidote to our divisive culture, an “elegant whisper of a story” (Kirkus Reviews, starred review), “perfect for any fan of small towns, magic, and the joys and challenges of doing the right thing” (Publishers Weekly, starred review).”
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