Seriously Disappointing Ending

[J.T. Adams]

I wonder how many people have forgotten how pleasurable this book was to read because they didn't like the ending?

[ConstantReader1973]

Well, I just wasted 45 minutes reading through all these posts, just so I could make sure I was educated enough on what was being written to post my own opinion, only to discover that it really wasn't necessary, since most of the thread was an argument between two people-one that had little to do with the OP.
Anyway...I loved this book! IMO, the mark of a truly good book is that feeling of disappointment you get when it's all over and there isn't any more to read, and Sai King has hit the mark again! The ending was perfect!

[omm poppa mow mow]

omm poppa is the Bango Skank of the board. He leaves his mark, it makes no sense, and you can't ask him 'cause he don't accept messages - private or public. He goes by many names; omm poppa, Wally Wonder, Willy Tyler and Lester, Banana Hammok31...they seek him here, they seek him there, those Frenchies seek him everywhere...Savoir Faire has stolen my dinner. Who was that bearded gibberer? Sasso, man. Used to be Ron.

Beware...he watches us all.

dude, you gotta quit sniffin that wicked cocaine....though I do love your posts, FEW THOUGH THEY ARE!....

[Robert Gray]

Well, I just wasted 45 minutes reading through all these posts, just so I could make sure I was educated enough on what was being written to post my own opinion, only to discover that it really wasn't necessary, since most of the thread was an argument between two people-one that had little to do with the OP.
Anyway...I loved this book! IMO, the mark of a truly good book is that feeling of disappointment you get when it's all over and there isn't any more to read, and Sai King has hit the mark again! The ending was perfect!

Oh I don't know, I think the arguments did have a lot to do with the original post. Either the ending was a let down or it wasn't. Most of the arguments were about that fact. As it happens, I agree with your evaluation. I think the ending was perfect. The story really couldn't have ended any other way.

[Alaska Munchkin]

I too am new to this forum and don't mean to offend but I also agree the ending was disappointing. Throughout the book it appeared that SK was being hounded to "write some more" so he did and then finally he was told "ok, if you don't stop now we'll have to make this a made for tv movie" so he stopped. Also, most of his characters were just rehashed from previous books. It was like he'd programmed his computer to write it. Not his best effort.

[Robert Gray]

I too am new to this forum and don't mean to offend but I also agree the ending was disappointing. Throughout the book it appeared that SK was being hounded to "write some more" so he did and then finally he was told "ok, if you don't stop now we'll have to make this a made for tv movie" so he stopped. Also, most of his characters were just rehashed from previous books. It was like he'd programmed his computer to write it. Not his best effort.

You aren't offending me. I doubt you could offend Mr. King who has gotten far more vicious and mean-spirited critiques over the years. You might offend some other fans here though. You have to remember that this is a website dedicated to and populated (for the most part) by avid fans of Sai King. If you engage in commentary like that above, you are poking the bear. You should expect to be in the minority opinion and get a visceral response.

I will make a few comments back. 1. Mr. King isn't the sort of writer that gets hounded to write "more" or "less." He doesn't like being directed period. His famous dispute with one publisher (look up the history of the The Stand) lead him going to another. He simply goes where the story takes him. Your supposition simply doesn't hold water. There are other problems with it too but we will go on to the other statement. If you are going to say something like "his characters were just rehashed from previous books" it falls upon you to support your notion. Please explain and give us some examples.

I'm not saying you are wrong or right. I'm stating that the critique (like the writer) has a responsibility to show his/her work and show a little pride in craft. Since you think the characters are a rehash, you should be able to name them and connect them clearly so we can follow your line of reasoning. I am very curious to hear the supporting examples because I have read a large portion of Mr. King's work and I found the people who populate Chester's Mill to be new entities. I'm wondering what I missed?

[skyrow]

I too am new to this forum and don't mean to offend but I also agree the ending was disappointing. Throughout the book it appeared that SK was being hounded to "write some more" so he did and then finally he was told "ok, if you don't stop now we'll have to make this a made for tv movie" so he stopped. Also, most of his characters were just rehashed from previous books. It was like he'd programmed his computer to write it. Not his best effort.

I for one am an avid Stephen King fan and you have not offended me. Some people just cannot stand others difference of opinion and ignorantly lumps all SK fans into pitchfork weilding bears ready to cut down anyone who breaths a negative word about him. I agree with you and what you said so please don't be discouraged to post in the future. =)

[bryantburnette]

I was mildly disappointed with the ending, but only mildly. I loved the revelation of what was powering the dome, and I loved the scene in which the explosion goes racing around the dome. However, I hoped for something more on top of that, and I can't quite put my finger on what it is I feel was missing.

But it was a very small complaint. All in all, I think it was a fantastic novel.

[goldie01]

I think I have to disagree with most of you on the disappointment you got at the end of the story. I believe the "DOME" and all the actions happening under it symbolizes HUMANITY's weaknesses. Actually we humans, like the citizens in the story, are on a suicidal path. You might ask the question: "WHO IS THE ENEMY?" The answer to that is simply "us". We should approach life from a different aspect if we intend to maintain life on planet earth and MEN, POLITICIANS ETC SHOULD ACTUALLY LEARN TO ACKNOWLEDGE THEIR MISTAKES AND LEARN HOW TO ASK!!!. What I see today is that people are either too shy to ask others for help or they think they are the ONES WHO KNOW IT ALL and don't need guidance and that they are able to do everything alone. Like in Jack London's To Build A Fire where the protagonist tries to defeat the forces of nature.

[Garriga]

Although I do not remember details, I do remember enjoying the story, because to me the characters make a story great. Julia shows humility and my focus is on her not the Nintendo freaks. He does an excellent job showing the audience his characters. and that is why he is great