Review: Duma Key
Gaby Meares
I listened to Duma Key as an audio book, and I do think that the audio experience is quite different to reading it yourself. Duma Key worked exceedingly well as an audio book. I think King’s gift is his portrayal of men and their friendships with other men. I think his females are not so successful - usually one dimensional or just a plot device, which is disappointing. But, that is my only negative. I was totally engrossed in this story, and like so many of King’s books, I couldn’t wait to find out how it would end, and then felt bereaved when it did! And he always leaves on a note of melancholy and loss. I know some think that’s just easy sentimentality, but I see it more as an honest expression of how we do often feel but are usually too proud to voice.
Highly recommended - but not for the kiddies!