Stephen King Hard Case Crime Box Set

Stephen King's three homages to classic crime pulp paperbacks, published by Hard Case Crime, are included in this collection. The Colorado Kid, Joyland, and Later are the three novels, and three exclusive art cards with alternate cover artwork are also included. Set in 1973, Joyland tells the story of college student Devin Jones's summer in a fairground, where he confronts a murder, a dying child, and the ways they change his life forever. The son of a struggling single mother, Jamie Conklin, has the ability to see things no one else can, but the cost of using this ability is higher than he can imagine.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 768 pages
Publication date: 28 September 2021
Publisher: Titan Books Ltd

Collecting Stephen King's three homages to the classic crime pulp paperbacks published by Hard Case Crime, this limited edition set includes The Colorado Kid (2005), Joyland (2013), and Later (2021). Each novel is accompanied by three exclusive art cards featuring alternate cover artwork, adding an extra layer of intrigue to this captivating collection.

Set in a small-town North Carolina amusement park in 1973, Joyland weaves a tale of summer, where college student Devin Jones embarks on a transformative journey amidst the shadow of a vicious murder, the impending fate of a dying child, and the profound ways in which these events will shape his life forever.

A rookie newspaperwoman, determined to unravel the mysteries of the world, delves into a 25-year-old unsolved and peculiar case involving a dead man discovered on an island off the coast of Maine. As she unravels the threads of this enigmatic puzzle, she discovers the true essence of mystery, unveiling a tapestry of secrets and lies that will forever alter her perspective on life.

The son of a struggling single mother, Jamie Conklin yearns for an ordinary childhood. However, Jamie is far from ordinary. Born with an extraordinary ability, he possesses the ability to see things that others cannot. Yet, the price he pays for this gift is more profound than he could have ever imagined, as he becomes embroiled in a pursuit alongside an NYPD detective, hunting down a killer who has vowed to strike from beyond the grave.

Stephen King's tribute to the golden age of crime pulp fiction is a testament to his enduring influence and the timeless allure of the mystery genre. This limited edition set is a must-have for fans of King and collectors alike, offering a glimpse into the dark and thrilling world of his storytelling.

Weight: 732g
Dimension: 133 x 208 x 57 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781789097566