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The Langoliers

The Langoliers

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Stephen King's The Langoliers is a novella about a terrifying plane ride into a most unfriendly sky. On a red-eye flight from L. A. to Boston, ten passengers wake up to discover everyone else has disappeared. Brian Engle, a trained pilot, remembers something about a strange aurora borealis and turbulence reports over the desert. Craig Toomy, an investment banker, believes he knows what's coming: The Langoliers.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 09 September 2021
Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton


First published in 1990, this unforgettable tale was included in King's award-winning collection, Four Past Midnight. It later became a highly acclaimed miniseries, captivating audiences with its thrilling plane ride into a most unfriendly sky.

The setting of the story is a red-eye flight from Los Angeles to Boston, where ten passengers wake up to discover that everyone else has mysteriously disappeared. Among them is Brian Engle, a trained pilot who recalls something about a strange aurora borealis and turbulence reports over the desert. As he attempts to land the plane, he realizes that the safe haven of Bangor airport is not what it seems.

The airport is eerily empty, with the clocks stopped, the food and drink tasteless, and the fuel not burning. The sound, like radio static, is getting closer, and Brian knows that he is facing a dire situation.

Craig Toomy, an investment banker, is also on the plane. He believes that he knows what is coming: The Langoliers. According to him, time is literally running out, and the only way to survive is to find a way to stop the Langoliers from reaching their destination.

The Langoliers is a brilliant read from the masterful Stephen King. It is a spine-tingling, propulsive novella that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end. With its intricate plot, memorable characters, and eerie atmosphere, it is a must-read for fans of horror and suspense.

In conclusion, The Langoliers is a unforgettable novella by Stephen King that has been enjoyed by millions of readers. Its thrilling plane ride into a most unfriendly sky, combined with its intricate plot and memorable characters, makes it a must-read for fans of horror and suspense. Whether you are a seasoned King fan or a newcomer to his work, this novella is sure to leave you breathless and craving for more.

Weight: 228g
Dimension: 130 x 198 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781529379211

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