Hunger: "Deeply disturbing, hard to put down" - Stephen King

Stephen King's "The Hunger" is a disturbing, hard-to-put-down book that is not recommended for reading after dark. It is based on the true story of The Donner Party and explores human nature, pushed to its breaking point. The group faces a choice at a crossroads, and their decision will shape their lives. The searing heat of the desert gives way to biting winds and a bitter cold, and the children begin to disappear. As the survivors turn against each other, they realize that the threat they face is more primal and deadly than the natural elements.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 496 pages
Publication date: 21 February 2019
Publisher: Transworld Publishers Ltd

After weeks of relentless westward travel, the pioneering party of settlers reaches a pivotal juncture. Their leader, George Donner, stands at the crossroads, facing a critical decision that will shape the fate of every soul in their company. Before them, two diverging paths beckon, each leading to the same destination. One path, well-documented and widely traveled, has been tread upon by countless others before them. The other, an untested and enigmatic route, is shrouded in rumors of its potential shortcut. However, whispers of its dangers persist, casting a shadow of uncertainty over Donner's choice.

In this moment of utmost importance, Donner's decision holds the weight of a thousand worlds. The searing heat of the desert gives way to chilling winds, and a bitter cold that freezes the cattle where they stand. Driven to the edge of madness, the ill-fated group battles for survival, their once harmonious camaraderie giving way to violent confrontations. Minor disagreements escalate into bitter disputes, and the once united front begins to crumble under the strain of their dire circumstances.

Amidst the chaos, a chilling realization begins to unfold. The children, the innocent souls entrusted to their care, begin to disappear one by one. The survivors, driven to desperation, turn against each other, their once-solid bonds shattered by fear and paranoia. Yet, amidst the madness, a few among them begin to grasp the true nature of their predicament. They realize that the threat they face extends far beyond the wrath of nature, reaching into the depths of something primal and utterly deadly.

The Hunger, a haunting and chilling novel based on the true story of The Donner Party, delves into the depths of human nature, pushing it to its breaking point. With its vivid prose and atmospheric storytelling, this book will leave readers shivering with fear and pondering the darkest corners of the human psyche. It serves as a cautionary tale, a reminder of the fragility of human existence and the horrors that can arise when people are pushed to their limits. As the pioneers navigate their treacherous journey, The Hunger serves as a haunting reminder of the price paid for ambition, the consequences of greed, and the ultimate price of survival.

Weight: 344g
Dimension: 130 x 198 x 31 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780857503640