Never Flinch: A Novel

ISBN: 1668089335

Author: King, Stephen

Condition: New

Named a Most Anticipated Book of the Year by The New York Times Book Review, AV Club, Variety, The Boston Globe, The Minnesota Star Tribune, Vulture, Mens Health, Book Riot, New York Post, Goodreads, AARP, Paste, and more-one of the top psychological thrillers of 2025!From Stephen King, a writer of towering brilliance (The Spectator), a cinematic, brilliant (The New York Times) psychological thriller exploring vigilante justice and a diabolical serial killer-featuring the beloved Holly Gibney and a dynamic new cast of characters.When the Buckeye City Police Department receives a disturbing letter from a person threatening to kill thirteen innocents and one guilty in an act of atonement for the needless death of an innocent man, Detective Izzy Jaynes has no idea what to think. Are fourteen citizens about to be slaughtered in an unhinged act of retribution? Izzy turns to her friend Holly Gibney for help.Meanwhile, controversial and outspoken womens rights activist Kate McKay is embarking on a multi-state lecture tour, drawing packed venues of both fans and detractors. Someone who vehemently opposes Kates message of female empowerment is targeting her, disrupting her events, and growing bolder. Holly is hired to be Kates bodyguard-a challenging task with a headstrong employer and a determined adversary driven by wrath and his belief in his own righteousness.Featuring a riveting cast of characters, including world-famous gospel singer Sista Bessie and an unforgettable villain addicted to murder, Kings twinned narratives converge in a chilling and spectacular conclusion-a feat of storytelling only this master of suspense and horror could pull off.