Mystery & Thriller· United States
Works (Carrie / Night Shift / 'Salem's Lot / Shining)
by Stephen KingAggregate Editorial Score35/100
Library Journal
Published 1981English
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Few works of mystery & thriller have earned the sustained critical attention that Works (Carrie / Night Shift / 'Salem's Lot / Shining) (1981) by Stephen King continues to receive. Works (Carrie / Night Shift / 'Salem's Lot / Shining) (1981) by Stephen King is a masterfully plotted thriller that combines tension, atmosphere, and sharp psychological insight.
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Suspenseful fiction built around crime, detection, and hidden truths.
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Stephen King published Works (Carrie / Night Shift / 'Salem's Lot / Shining) in 1981, and it has since become one of the more widely recognised works of mystery & thriller from United States. The book's treatment of the human condition accounts for much of its enduring reputation.
With an editorial score of 35/100 drawn from 1 independent sources, the book occupies a well-documented position in the critical literature. Its recognition spans international prizes, "best of" lists, and academic surveys.
What distinguishes Works (Carrie / Night Shift / 'Salem's Lot / Shining) is how it handles its central concerns — the human condition — without reducing them to neat conclusions. The book invites close reading and holds up well to it.
Stephen King's role in the literature of United States is well established. Works (Carrie / Night Shift / 'Salem's Lot / Shining) can be read as both a standalone achievement and as part of a broader national literary conversation about identity, history, and the possibilities of narrative form.
About this assessment: Editorial scores are aggregated from 1 independent sources including major literary prizes, critical surveys, and leading publications. Our editorial team reviews and contextualises this data. Rankings reflect critical consensus, not personal opinion or popularity metrics. Learn about our methodology.
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Stephen King is a celebrated author from United States known for influential works of horror.
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