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The Girl Who Loved Tom Gordon (Limited Edition) A Pop-up Book by Stephen King

by Stephen King

Book Details

Publisher:Simon and Schuster
Published:1999-07-15
Pages:320
Format:paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0689874227

Reading Info

Age Range:3-7

About This Book

Stephen King's award-winning, best-selling novel "The Girl Who Loved Tom Gordon" is stunningly told in this, the first pop-up book by the master of suspense. It is a fairy tale grimmer than Grimm, retold with intricate pop-ups and a breathtaking text. This is the ultimate must-have edition for Stephen King fans of all ages.

Our Review

This chilling adaptation transforms Stephen King's award-winning survival story into an immersive pop-up experience that brings the terrifying woods to startling life. Young readers follow nine-year-old Trisha as she becomes lost during a family hike, with each intricate paper engineering spread heightening the tension of her isolation. The sophisticated paper mechanisms create a three-dimensional forest that feels both magical and menacing, making the wilderness itself a character in this grim fairy tale. While the visual storytelling captivates, the psychological suspense and mature themes require careful consideration for younger audiences.

Parents should note this pop-up book maintains the novel's intense atmosphere of fear and survival, making it most appropriate for older children who can handle themes of being lost and confronting inner demons. The stunning paper craftsmanship and haunting illustrations create a genuinely unsettling experience that will particularly resonate with families who appreciate darker storytelling traditions. This limited edition stands as a remarkable artistic achievement that pushes the boundaries of what pop-up books can accomplish, though its emotional intensity may linger long after the pages close.

Themes

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

Juvenile Fiction