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Story of a shy high school girl who discovers she has telekinetic powers and takes revenge on her tormentors.
Quick Summary
Fans of Stephen King's early horror will recognize his talent for turning ordinary teen drama into something terrifying, and Carrie is the perfect example: a painfully shy high-school girl named Carrie White discovers she can move objects with her mind after a humiliating incident in the girls' locker room. The story follows her struggle with a mother who is obsessively religious and a school full of classmates who love to mock her, building toward a night where a senior prom becomes a night of revenge and disaster. It's a quick, punchy read that mixes genuine sympathy for an outcast with the kind of graphic, spooky moments that make you jump, making it a great bridge for readers who love the supernatural but aren't ready for the heavier fare of later King novels. If you or your teen liked the telekinetic teen vibes of Stranger Things, you'll find the same eerie, coming-of-age thrill here, though it's grounded in a 1970s small-town setting that feels a bit grittier. Parents should note the book includes bullying, some strong language, and a particularly graphic prom scene, but the horror is balanced by the emotional core of Carrie's longing for acceptance.