Description
In the seemingly idyllic town of Chester's Mill, Maine, an ordinary autumn day is shattered when an invisible, impenetrable dome descends, cutting off the community from the outside world. Panic and confusion grip the residents as they grapple with the terrifying reality of their isolation, facing dwindling resources and the breakdown of order. As factions form and power struggles emerge, the town's inhabitants must confront not only the mystery of the dome but also the darkness lurking within themselves. This gripping narrative explores themes of survival, human nature under pressure, and the fragility of civilization when faced with the unimaginable.
Available Editions
paperback
Simon and Schuster
Published Nov 10, 2009
1090 pages
ISBN: 9781439148501
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2 ratings
Community Reviews(1)
Seldom does a film warrant a running time of over two hours and similarly, books running up to and over 500 pages are equally unwarranted. <i>Under the Dome</i> weighs in at a hefty 877, a vast majority of which could have been generously edited with minor damage to the story.<br/><br/>If you want a post-apocalyptic horror/fantasy novel (with perhaps less science fiction involved) read <i>The Stand</i> - well worth an extra 447 pages for the sense of satisfaction you feel once you have battled your way through reading it.
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First Published
2009
Language
eng
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Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Under the Dome by Stephen King.