Recomend an SK novel for a first timer

[plgordon]

My wife, She's a Stephen King Virgin, and she recently told me she would be interested in reading one of his novels. I'm not sure if I should go with an older one, a newer one, or something in the middle!
I'm thinking The Stand or It. What would you recomend for a introduction into the world Of Stephen King!

[atlantis]

The Girl Who Loved Tom Gordon. It's not very long, but it packs a huge emotional wallop. Seems like a good way to get your feet wet!

[Natjen26]

Maybe in chronological order.. so start with Carrie and let her work her way up.

My personal favourite for a beginner would be Misery, The Long Walk and Duma Key.
I hope she enjoys them as much as I do!

[Ubasti]

I think short story collections are good introductions, but really you can't go wrong with any of them.

[JohnDalglish]

Hi,

As you know, the possibilities are huge, but I'd suggest Bag of Bones, Misery, Dolores Claiborne or Rose Madder, ororor...

Long days and pleasant nights

[bopropadop]

...or Salem's Lot. The Stand, It, and The Shining are classics also.

[Tombrun]

depends on what she likes, really. If she's into horror, MY first SK novel was Desperation. I fell for it instantly. If she's more into thrillers and suspense, I'd probably go for something like The long walk or The dead zone.

Lastly, if she likes novels that are non-horror and non-supernatural in any way, maybe you should start with Different seasons or possibly even The green mile.

I'd guess The stand and It could be a bit much to chew over on her first try.

[Lencho_of_the_Apes]

The Stand or It. Or The Talisman.

We all float down here.

[Doc Wilson]

I like your ideas. I would lean toward the Stand if you think she'd be intrigued by the religious elements, and if not, I've give her It.

[Bryan James]

Most people have read something similar to "The Eyes of the Dragon," so it will feel comfortable...I think of it as King-Lite.

"Misery" isn't a bad choice for a first.

BJS