The Green Mile is a remarkable novel that has left a profound impact on me.

\\n  “I believe that the combination of pencil and memory creates a kind of practical magic, and magic is dangerous.”\\n

Even three weeks after finishing it, my mind is still filled with the story. I'm sitting down to write, unsure if I can do justice to this amazing work.

\\n  “We each owe a death, there are no exceptions, I know that, but sometimes, oh God, the Green Mile is so long.” \\n

This novel offers a unique reading experience compared to King's other works. It delves into deeper themes while maintaining excellent storytelling. The use of magical realism in the context of a harrowing real-life incident is both authentic and intelligent.

\\n  “I'm tired, boss. Tired of being on the road, lonely as a sparrow in the rain. I'm tired of never having me a buddy to be with to tell me where we's going to, coming from, or why. Mostly, I'm tired of people being ugly to each other. I'm tired of all the pain I feel and hear in the world...every day. There's too much of it. It's like pieces of glass in my head...all the time. Can you understand?”\\n

The emotions in this novel are a roller-coaster ride, not just limited to grief and anger but also including dark and feel-good humor. The portrayal of evil in different ways is also very powerful.

The novel also addresses racial discrimination strongly. Despite the differences between John Coffey and George Stinney Jr., the similarities are striking, highlighting the wrongs that still occur today.

\\n  “On the day of my judgment, when I stand before God, and He asks me why did I kill one of his true miracles, what am I gonna say? That it was my job? My job?”\\n

In my opinion, The Green Mile is a perfect piece of literature. While it may be compared to Dickens' works, it has its own unique charm and strengths.

\\n  “Time takes it all, whether you want it to or not. Time takes it all, time bears it away, and in the end there is only darkness. Sometimes we find others in that darkness, and sometimes we lose them there again.”\\n
I highly recommend this novel to everyone, even if you already know the story or love the movie. It's a must-read for any literature lover.

The Green Mile is a serial novel in the style of magical realism that was first published in six parts and then as a single-volume novel in the 1990s.

Surely many people have seen the adaptation as it is one of the most memorable works in the history of cinema and has received many positive reviews. But perhaps the question for some may be whether the book is also a good film or to what extent the adaptation has been faithful to the book?

In answer, I must say that yes, the film adaptation is excellent and Frank Darabont was the best choice for directing this project and was able to bring out the best scenes from the book. But as all great directors know, a good adaptation requires making changes to prepare the story for the visual medium.

Therefore, some parts of the book have been deleted and the ending of the book is slightly different from the film in the sense that the book has an additional chapter compared to the film's story, which makes the story darker and more bitter. Also, the backstory and fate of some characters that are not clear in the film, we witness in the book, and there are also characters in the book that do not appear in the film.

So if, like me, you liked the film and had the experience of watching it, reading the book is not without charm because it is masterfully written from beginning to end and is the best book I have read by this author so far.

I don't even know where to begin with this review.

The magical realism in this story is truly enchanting. It starts off as a slow burner, but that gives you the opportunity to fully immerse yourself in the characters. For the first 100 pages, there is a significant focus on the mouse. Stephen King delves into so many aspects of the characters in this book by analyzing how they treat this small, helpless creature.

I saw the film years ago and was completely smitten. That's why this book has been on my to-be-read list for a very long time. If you haven't read the book or seen the film yet, I highly recommend reading the book first (as I usually do). I found myself feeling disappointed in some parts that I remembered vividly from the film but were quite different in the book. I understand that these kinds of comparisons are inevitable. Having said that, I was deeply moved while reading this story, and I can see why there are so many discussions linking it to Jesus Christ. I have so much admiration for Stephen King and can't imagine how he came up with such a beautiful and harrowing tale. It's one that I will remember forever. Five stars!

I have read this book. However, almost all of my memories regarding the story stem from the film. So, if I were to undertake a review, I would likely be reviewing the film instead.

Nonetheless, I do recall that King does a remarkable job of humanizing the chief prison guard (portrayed in the film by Tom Hanks). He provides excruciating descriptions of the guard's urinary tract infection, in his typical down-to-earth style. This makes the hero of the piece vulnerable, with the frailties of an ordinary person. It is also the case that it offers something for the true, non-point-of-view hero to heal. King employs this sort of device in many of his books. For example, he erodes Roland's peerless gun skills through the loss of fingers or undermines others through addiction, generally to alcohol.

King also dedicates more time than the film to the aftermath. He depicts our guard as an old man and, for once, presents us with a rather touching and effective ending. King typically writes excellent books with rather poor endings. However, "The Green Mile" - perhaps because its title implies a definite journey and destination - concludes well.

In my estimation, it is one of his better books, and I have found all of his works to be at least good.

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A re-read of The Green Mile on my journey to reading all of SK's book in publication order and it's still a 5 star read.

I feel like I say this a lot but this is truly one of my all-time favourite SK books. I did see the film before I read the book and although the film is super accurate to the book, the book is 100% worth the read. There are some differences between the film and the book and, surprisingly, the book manages to be even sadder. If this book doesn't make you shed a tear, then you must be extremely tough.

The main reason why the book has such a profound impact is because of the relationship between Jon Coffey and Paul. They couldn't be more opposite; one is condemned to death and the other is the man pulling the switch. Their relationship begins to bloom as soon as they meet and, in another world or life, perhaps they would have been the best of friends. SK is a master of words and the way these characters interact is truly masterful. I also have to talk about Percy, one of the best-written villains King has ever created. It's not because he's the most evil or sick villain, but because we all know someone like Percy. Percy is sleazy, nasty, and has a Napoleon complex. He does some truly awful things and is a bully through and through.

This is a horror novel, so expect some horrifying moments. It isn't as gruesome as some of SK's other books or as creepy, but it's scary in its own unique way. While reading this book, you can't help but think about your own soul and mortality. The death penalty is something that terrifies me, and Dell's execution in particular sticks in my mind. I remember the first time I watched the film, I couldn't stop thinking about Dell.

I think Paul narrating this as an old man is such a wonderful format. It shows that he has never forgotten his time on The Green Mile and never will. I do think the frequent switching back to Paul's future self could be annoying for some readers, but for me, it provided a much-needed break from the horrors of The Green Mile. This book is full of regret and admiration. It's bleak, harsh, and incredibly powerful. It's a deep exploration of what is right and wrong and when the line between them becomes blurred. The book has a quite different ending from the film and it's truly heartbreaking. I will, of course, mention Mr Jingles, a mouse that SK赋予了如此多的个性. Not a word was uttered by him, but he is somehow a main character.

A SK book that is etched in my mind, if you want to give SK a try but aren't a big fan of being too scared, I think this is the perfect choice. I don't believe anyone has ever regretted reading this book.

What a truly remarkable read this is! Stephen King has once again worked his magic and delivered a masterpiece. Five glorious stars are well-deserved. I'm extremely glad that I can hardly recall anything about the movie, as it makes the book feel so incredibly fresh. All I can remember is that it involved a mouse and a huge black prisoner. However, this book is so much more than that. It has evoked a whole range of emotions within me. It's a very thought-provoking novel that keeps you engaged from start to finish.

The story is set in the 1930s at the Cold Mountain Penitentiary. The Green Mile refers to the tiles on the floor in the death row area. It's the path that every prisoner has to walk on their final days to meet "old sparkey". King has done an outstanding job of developing the characters. John Coffey, the gentle giant who knew people's thoughts and could even heal them, suffered in silence as many thought he might be slow. So, he mostly kept to himself. What a kind and sweet soul he was, yet sentenced to death for the murder of twin girls. Paul Edgecomb, the ward superintendent, was compelled to help every prisoner spend their last days peacefully. I really liked his passion when he was on the right track. He had never encountered someone like John Coffey before. The story is told from his point of view, alternating back and forth between the prison and the nursing home he is currently in. I also loved Del and Mr. Jingles. The plot flows beautifully, and the other characters are well-defined and likeable, except for a couple. It's an excellent read, and I highly recommend it if you haven't already read it.

As I was reading, I researched some interesting things. For example, did you know what people really called the electric chair during the depression era? In 2008, the Nebraska Supreme Court determined that execution by electric chair was cruel and unusual punishment. This state was the last one to eliminate it as the sole method of execution. In 2015, the places where the electric chair is still an option are Alabama, Florida, South Carolina, Kentucky, Tennessee, and Virginia.

So I cheated on my local library last week.

I don't think she knows yet, and I feel kind of bad about it.

I discovered a smaller library that was actually much closer to my house.

She definitely caught my attention, but I never went because it just seemed like the selection was going to be much smaller, and my current library and I have a great thing going right now.

But now I'm involved with two libraries and, boy, is my life going great!

I found this book at the new library where I couldn't find anything else that jumped out to me.

I mean, the fiction section is like three rows, maybe four.

That includes every genre of fiction.

No mystery, romance, horror... it's all fiction.

This is the book I left with last week, and this is now my favorite Stephen King book.

This is King at the top of his game.

It's the perfect length with all six parts, it ends well, and he doesn't rely on horror or too much salty language to tell a fantastic story.

I've always said King is the best when he stays under 400 pages or so and doesn't write about vampires or monsters.

He dabbles in the supernatural here, but not for the sake of scaring the reader.

He just really, really hit a home run with this thing.

I liked having six separate parts combined into one novel.

Each new section felt fresh with a new plot element, and King helps reset the scene from where he left off before.

The characters are all well developed and none of them are too outlandish or over-the-top.

Even the antagonist. That was great.

I have a solid love/hate relationship with Mr. King, but I loved this one.

Seriously, this is my favorite book I've read from him.

Go read it if you haven't already.

And watch the movie because it's a classic on its own.

And, thank you Stephen King for a beautiful first date with my local library.

I hope our future encounters are this incredible.

Creo que la combinación del lápiz y la memoria crea alguna clase de magia, y la magia es peligrosa.

The Green Mile, also known as The Mile of Miracles or The Green Mile: A Serial Novel, is one of the outstanding works of Stephen King. The story is told in the first person by Paul Edgecomb, who is in a geriatric residence in the last years of his life. Therefore, before dying, he decides to tell us an event that changed his life. He was in charge of one of the sections of the Cold Mountain Penitentiary, more precisely Block E, the death row block. Paul writes to us that in one of his years of work, a completely different prisoner was admitted, and that's where John Coffey comes into the picture. John is a black man, remarkable for his enormous size and with an apparent mental disability. As the events unfold, more things about Coffey are discovered, which will move you.

The book is not a horror story, as many believe, but rather it depicts a racist and unscrupulous society. John Coffey is one of my favorite characters in all the novels I've read. It is extremely moving. It is a book that reaches deep into the heart and invites you to reflect. If you are sensitive, prepare to cry buckets, and if not, you will too. It is not at all heavy and it is impossible to put down the pages. King wrote scenes that make your stomach churn and leave you completely powerless to hold back the tears. Don't be afraid to expose your feelings to this wonderful story. It has such a powerful and emotional ending...

A todos nos llega el final; sé que no hay excepciones. Sin embargo, Dios mío, a veces el pasillo de la muerte parece tan largo...

What an amazing story! It is filled with so many likable characters. Even the bad guys manage to inspire authentic emotions of disgust and anger. I truly love how Stephen King has the ability to create such beautifully flawed characters and craft exciting plots with such minute details.

Paul is the supervising prison guard for the death row cell block at Cold Mountain Penitentiary. He works with Brutus, Dean, Harry, and an aggressive man named Percy who taunts the death row inmates and finds reasons to beat them with his special hickory baton.

John Coffey, a tall, hulking black man convicted of the rapes and murders of twin girls, has been brought to E Block for execution. He joins Delacroix, a man convicted of rape, arson, and murder, and William Wharton, a sociopathic drifter who has crossed the state committing one crime after another. All are sentenced to meet Old Sparky, the electric chair, within a few months of being sent to Cold Mountain.

There are numerous surprising twists in this story. However, what fascinated me the most was the depth of all the characters introduced. From John Coffey to Paul to Percy, from Delacroix and his pet mouse, Mr Jingles, to the warden, Mr. Moores, and his wife Melinda, who is dying of cancer. King is able to imbue all characters with unique mannerisms that truly bring this story to life. There’s Brutus and his habit of licking the tip of his pencil when writing reports. There’s Warden Moores and the slight palsy in his hands. There’s John Coffey who is always shedding tears.

Although there are some gruesome scenes in this story, they are not gratuitous. They simply develop naturally due to the character-driven plot twists.

I just cannot find one flaw in this story. I almost feel like reading it again, even though I just finished it an hour ago. Whether you are a Stephen King fan or not, this book will amaze you!

**The Green Mile, Stephen King**

The Green Mile is a captivating 1996 serial novel penned by the renowned American writer, Stephen King.

It weaves a fascinating tale of death row supervisor Paul Edgecombe's encounter with the extraordinary inmate, John Coffey. Coffey exhibits inexplicable healing and empathetic abilities, making him a truly unique character in the story. The book is a prime example of magical realism, blurring the lines between the ordinary and the extraordinary.

Told from a first-person narrative by Paul Edgecombe, the novel seamlessly switches between his present as an old man in the Georgia Pines nursing home, writing down his story in 1996, and his past in 1932 as the block supervisor of the Cold Mountain Penitentiary death row, famously known as "The Green Mile" due to the color of the floor's linoleum.

This year witnesses the arrival of John Coffey, a towering 6 ft 8 in (2.03 m) powerfully built black man, wrongly convicted of raping and murdering two young white girls.

During his time on the Mile, John interacts with a diverse cast of fellow prisoners. There's Eduard "Del" Delacroix, a Cajun arsonist, rapist, and murderer, as well as William Wharton, an unhinged and dangerous multiple murderer who goes by "Billy the Kid" to himself and "Wild Bill" to the guards. He is hell-bent on causing as much trouble as possible before his execution.

Other inhabitants include Arlen Bitterbuck, a Native American convicted of killing a man in a fight over a pair of boots, and Arthur Flanders, a real estate executive who committed insurance fraud by killing his father. Then there's Mr. Jingles, a charming little mouse to whom Del teaches various tricks. The story unfolds with a rich tapestry of characters and events that keep the reader on the edge of their seat.

This is truly one of the best serial novels that I have ever had the pleasure of reading.

Originally presented in 6 single issues, I cannot recommend highly enough purchasing them as a single volume. You will not want to miss a single issue.

Paul Edgecombe shares his heartwarming story about Cold Mountain Penitentiary, revealing every detail about John Coffey, Mr Jingles, and all the other characters involved.

It is a novel that is both philosophical and deeply moving. The way the story unfolds and the characters are developed is truly remarkable.

Absolutely recommended! It will keep you on the edge of your seat from beginning to end and leave you with a sense of wonder and thoughtfulness.

Whether you are a fan of serial novels or just looking for a great read, this one is not to be missed.