The Green Mile

This book came on time and packaged well. I ordered it so that I could lend it out! I have the original chapter books and don't want to lend them. As far as the Novel goes, I'd suggest that even though you are among most who has seen the movie; this book is worth reading. I have read Stephen King novels since I was a young adult and never have been disappointed.

Love the movie and I love the book even more. A true standout in terms of movie interpretations. Great job Mr King.

If you've seen the award-winning movie with Tom Hanks, then by and large, you know exactly what to expect from this book. That's not to say you shouldn't read this book for fear it will be redundant. In fact, I would almost advise you to watch the movie first, then read the book. The movie recreates the novel almost scene for scene, so much so that, barring some minor omissions, the movie quotes much of the dialogue verbatim. I say watch the movie first because when you read the book, you'll compulsively imagine each of the characters using the actor that portrayed them in the film. Each actor that was cast was PERFECT for the character as they're described in "The Green Mile", so for those who have trouble transforming words into a face and accent, the movie helps out a lot. A word of caution though: while 3/4s of the novel is translated to film almost perfectly, the movie cuts out multiple scenes that occur later in the book, and ultimately changes the ending quite extensively ... and that's for the better. The final scenes in the book are good, without a doubt, but in comparison to the film, somewhat lacking for dramatic impact. Additionally, there is a chapter at the very end of the book that, really, can just be ignored, as it feels tacked on and doesn't add anything to the rest of the story.If you're familiar with, and have read Stephen King's work, then in many ways you know what to expect from this novel: dialogue, including slang and vernacular, are handled beautifully in this novel, and as always, makes you feel like someone you know is relating this story to you. In the case of "The Green Mile", this is especially true since this is one of King's only books to use the first person perspective throughout. And it's not simply that instead of a lot of third person phrasing it uses first person phrasing, but that the narrator himself is truly a character both within and outside the story. What I mean by this is that "The Green Mile" takes the format of an old man recalling, bit by bit, his experiences from 60 years prior. As would be befitting of something like this, this means the narrative is frequently interjected with frank opinions, incongruous recollections, and general use of slang that makes it feel exactly like a real person is recalling a real set of memories. To some this might make the story somewhat confusing; at times, the narrative doubles back on itself (though this is mostly an artifict of the conversion from serial novella to one piece novel), and each chapter begins in the present day before flipping back to the 1930s.Unlike many of King's novels, this story is largely devoid of any monsters, aliens, or magical happenings. In fact, other than a few scenes (possibly a half-dozen in number or so), this story reads mostly as a period piece centered around one strange man's time on death row. But this isn't a bad thing at all; this story is still incredibly compelling, reading like a combination of a character study and a classic mystery tale. The eventual plot twist heigtens the drama and throws things for a loop, which makes the conclusion of both the 1930s plot, and the current day plot nothing short of memorable to a degree that might bring forth a few tears. I would definitely advise that you leave yourself an hour or so to read right through the final chapters of the novel to avoid interrupting the pace and emotional impact.

I'm having a hard time writing coherently through my tears.An amazingly beautiful book. God bless and keep you, Stephen King.

Stephen King should stick to writing these sorts of books. Don't get me wrong, I love most of his horror stuff, but it's this sort of subtle supernatural genre that I think really shows his talents as a writer and story-teller since the horror element isn't overshadowing everything else within the novel.The Green Mile is a little long, being comprised of 6 novellas and it is definitely slow-paced. That doesn't mean it isn't exciting, though! The slowness of the story really allowed me to delve into the characters and the story King has created. I felt like I got to know all the characters, especially Paul, whose first-person narrative it is. This made the action parts even better, since I had a connection with the characters and cared about them.I liked how the narrative jumped from Paul as an old man living in a nursing home to Paul as a middle-aged man meeting John Coffey. I think it added a lot to the intrigue, as there were multiple mysteries you were trying to solve at once. The Green Mile has a great message and is a compelling story that will leave you in tears by the end.I saw the movie before reading the book and honestly, if you've seen the movie, the novel won't add all that much for you. The movie is very true to the book and captures the most important events. Naturally, the book has other elements that added to my appreciation of the story. The parallelism between the prison and Paul's nursing home, for example, and a deeper understanding of the characters.There were some things I didn't like -- like I said, the pace sometimes seemed too slow at times. But then again, King's books always seem to drag just a little bit for me. I also didn't like how at times the characters all laughed at something as if it were hilarious, and I didn't think it was funny at all. Besides that, though, it was a good story and I enjoyed the read. I definitely recommend this.

I started reading my favorite book when I was in jail,oddly enough. I wasn't in for anything along the lines of the other prisoners mentioned in this book. Or, series of books. But I was incarcerated, nonetheless.A wonderful, macabre book of fantasy (?) about a collection of characters interwoven to create this marvelous story of responsibility, awareness and redemption.Wonderfully laid out by one of my favorite authors.I believe anyone that desires to read the story that takes place over a span of 64 years,but takes place primarily at the tail end of the Great Depression will enjoy it completely.

Es un libro que podría leer mil veces. Además la entrega fue muy rápida.

There are only a few stories out there that have affected me to such a degree that I actually break down in a weeping mess. Very few.The Green Mile is one of those few.While this is sometimes regarded as a departure of SK's, more of a supernatural drama than horror, I feel it is one of his best written.I wept for John Coffey. I wept for Mr Jingles. And for Paul, our protagonist who is swept along for the ride of it all.The non-linear style of the story being told may at times be jarring for a reader. It wasn't for me, but I can understand the comments I've otherwise read about it. Would it have been better told more linear? I really don't know, but what it is was enough for me.I also read it in a collected volume, not like the serial release collection it was back in the day. So the small spaces of time readers had to wait until the next book came out wasn't something I got to enjoy. But as a single volume (which is probably the only way you can get it today) is a powerful piece of literature. Read it.

I really love this book, the Green Mile is one of my favourite Stephen King novels. I am, and always have been a huge Stephen King fan since childhood, he is one of the best writers of all Time, and has a brilliant imagination! I highly recommend this book, it is just awesome!

I couldn’t finish it……

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