Gag.

I initially considered simply leaving that single word as my review. Or perhaps adding "'nuff said" as they used to say in Marvel Comics when I was younger. However, I thought maybe you'd prefer more details.

I truly hate it. This is one of those books that I can't express enough negative opinions about. Do you enjoy being depressed? Do you like seeking out the worst? Is your real life lacking in enough CRAP, so you desire to add more? Well, then you've found it. If you're the type of person who believes that novels should mirror all the pain of real life and more, then this might be the book for you.

Some excellent books deal with pain, and some remarkable novels require pain to be what they are. But this one wallows in pain and suffering and, like de Sade, seems to delight in pain for its own sake.

There are two of Mr. King's books that didn't leave me frightened, terrorized, or even "grossed out," but rather depressed. This is one of them.

Did I make it abundantly clear that I despise this book?

7/26/18: I reviewed this some time ago. I thought I'd come back and add a quote attributed to Dorothy Parker that sums up my feelings perfectly: "This Is Not a Novel To Be Tossed Aside Lightly. It Should Be Thrown with Great Force."

I think this is one of those King's books where you have to love the way he writes in order to have a great time while reading.

The descriptions are very detailed, making the story seem to go on forever until the fast and anticipated finale.

I really love this book precisely because of the typical story, the kilometers of descriptions of the characters, and also the claustrophobic moments with the dog and the car.

King's writing style is unique, and it draws you in and makes you feel as if you are right there in the story.

The way he builds up the tension and suspense is truly masterful.

Even though the book may be long and filled with detailed descriptions, it never gets boring.

You are constantly engaged and eager to find out what will happen next.

Overall, this is a great book that I would highly recommend to any fan of King or anyone who enjoys a good, suspenseful story.

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With this and that, "Cujo" is the 17th book of King that I have read (I still can't get used to the fact that the man has written over 65 novels and 200 short stories), and I dare say that I didn't expect it to be so good. A little bit of the low rating, a little bit of some mediocre/average reviews, a little bit of the rumor that when he was writing it he was under the influence of substances and now he doesn't remember anything, a little bit of the simple -for some- idea, I was prepared to read a story that yes, it would be worth it (since we are talking about the undisputed writing talent of King), but probably it would be quite low on the list of these 17 books in terms of quality.

I was gloriously wrong. Except for some technical issues (there are no chapters in the book and sporadically there are abrupt changes in the perspective as if we have an omniscient narrator -maybe even now that I think about it, I didn't bother to look for it particularly to be honest), the book is very, very good. First of all, we are talking about the classic formula: a small rural town in Maine, USA (Castle Rock, which was also the setting for "The Dark Half" and "Needful Things"), 80s-90s, heroes who are by no means human, a narrative style that focuses on the detail and the feeling, and of course, pulp suspense.

What I want to note is the fact that shows the writing mastery of King: when you buy the book you believe that the greater part of the story will develop the theme "trapped in the car with a rabid dog that is besieging the unlucky mother and the helpless child". And although it is indeed happening, in a way that captures your imagination and causes you anxiety, you understand as you are reading that the greater emphasis that is given in the book IS NOT this cat and mouse game, but the characters themselves and their lives. And when you feel the suspense pounding red, but at the same time you are worried and wondering "how will these people manage to turn the fiasco with the groceries around", you realize that King is by no means randomly considered as one of the most successful writers of all time (if not the most successful), and this is because he knows how to do three basic and very necessary things: 1) to transport you to the place and time of the story with wonderful accuracy 2) to make you worry and identify with the heroes 3) to create suspense in every possible way.

It goes without saying that I already have plans for which book will be the 18th, the 19th, the 20th... etc.

So solid.

Honestly, as a straight thriller devoid of any supernatural elements, it truly showcases King's remarkable mastery of timing and characterizations.

Beat by beat, it is simply excellent.

Now, we all know that Cujo is a bad dog, or if you're a die-hard King fan, you might argue that he's a good, good boy. However, what really struck me during this recent re-read (I was just a child the first time I read it) were the references to other well-loved characters from King's early works.

This shouldn't come as a surprise to the fans, of course, but sometimes these references have a more profound impact. One character, in particular, for me, is Sheriff Bannerman. He has a rather significant role here, as well as in "The Body" and, of course, "The Dead Zone." He was even mentioned several times in "Tommyknockers," but a mere mention doesn't quite do justice to his character.

The poor man. There are so few good men left.

Overall, it's a great book! But be prepared for tragedy. Expect a lot of heart-wrenching tragedy.

As someone who is extremely scared of big dogs, this book truly terrified me to the core.

Despite the fact that Cujo was trying to tear their faces off, I still felt an overwhelming sense of pity for him.

The poor pup was completely out of his mind, and it wasn't even his own fault.

It just goes to show how easily things can go wrong for these innocent creatures.

I really need to stop reading books that involve animals.

Every time I do, they just end up making me sad by the end.

It's as if I can't escape the heartbreak and tragedy that seems to follow these stories.

Maybe I should stick to reading about happier topics from now on.

How dangerous can a rabid dog be? What if that dog is a 100+ kilogram Saint Bernard? In a remote area? And most importantly... What if that dog has come out of Stephen King's mind? The answer can only be worryingly!!!

First of all, I want to say that I haven't read many of King's books. Even so, I wouldn't say that Cujo is a representative book of his. (Truth be told, after "The Crow", what better can one expect?)

The story in general lines is small and doesn't expand much. The plot unfolds relatively slowly with some powerful points. Personally, every scene with Donna and Tad in the car raised my adrenaline as it was written very skillfully and it can put you too in a position in the car trying to escape from Cujo.

I liked the book and the reading went very fast and pleasantly but I wouldn't say that I was completely satisfied. Maybe I couldn't fully identify with the characters or it didn't hold me in such agony for that reason and the grade I give it, although for accuracy I would like to give 3.5*.

It's not a bad book. But I believe that it could be even better!

It would perhaps not be amiss to point out that he had always tried to be a good dog. He had endeavored to do all the things that his MAN and his WOMAN, and most importantly his BOY, had asked or expected of him. He was so loyal that he would have willingly given his life for them, had that been demanded. He had never harbored any desire to kill anybody. His heart was filled with love and obedience.

\\n  Reason #756 why I love my local used bookstore: sometimes you find an original 1981 Stephen King hardcover.\\n

The local used bookstore is truly a treasure trove. It's a place where you can stumble upon hidden gems like an original 1981 Stephen King hardcover. The moment you walk in, you're greeted by the smell of old books and the excitement of discovery. You never know what you might find on those shelves. It could be a rare first edition, a classic novel, or a forgotten masterpiece. Each book has its own story to tell, and by finding that Stephen King hardcover, it's like uncovering a piece of literary history. It makes you fall in love with the bookstore all over again.

I curse that day when I had an affair with reading Kujo... If I hadn't read it, I wouldn't be writing this review here with a heavy heart...

First of all, with the mindset of the horror genre, I went to Kujo and started reading. And in the beginning of the story, I fell in love with Kujo. It was so cute

Ohhhhh....myyyy...goooood...

There is a real, indescribable terror and anxiety at the top!

It's like a wild beast roaring within, making my heart race and my hands tremble.

The situation is so intense that I can hardly breathe.

Every moment feels like an eternity, filled with uncertainty and fear.

#woof

Maybe this is the price we have to pay for reaching for the highest peaks.

But still, I refuse to give up.

I will push through this terror and anxiety, and emerge stronger on the other side.

For I know that the view from the top is worth all the pain and struggle.

Ohhhhh....myyyy...goooood...

#woof

Who could have known that a book about a dog with rabies would turn out to be my favorite book of the year so far? It's truly a remarkable read. The story is told in such a captivating way that it draws you in from the very beginning. The author's description of the dog's experiences and the emotions it goes through is both heart-wrenching and touching. Despite the rather unusual and perhaps even disturbing subject matter, the book manages to convey important messages about love, loyalty, and the human-animal bond. It makes you think about the world from a different perspective and appreciate the value of every life. I would highly recommend this book to anyone looking for a unique and thought-provoking read. 4.5/5 stars

Cujo was a big, friendly dog. All he ever wanted was to be a good boy.

He loved his owners and would do anything to please them.

But one day, something terrible happened. Cujo got infected with a rabies virus.

The virus made him go crazy and he became a dangerous animal.

He attacked anyone who came near him, including his own owners.

Despite his best efforts to fight the virus, Cujo couldn't overcome it.

In the end, he had to be put down.

It was a tragic end for a dog who just wanted to be a good boy.