Duma Key - Stephen King

Those of you who are familiar with my other reviews may know that I have a little pet-hate when it comes to popular novels which is known by the name of "cover-blurb". This basically refers to the collection of quotes from popular newspapers, fellow authors or minor celebrities that often appears either on the front or back of the novel inevitably singing it's praises. To be fair, I don't have a problem with "cover-blurb" per se, it's only when afore mentioned quotes make outlandish or irrational statements that my blood begins to boil!! In the past we have had Kathy Reichs described as "as good as Cornwell or your money back..."- Well ...

Edgar Freemantle has issues. After losing his arm in an accident at work he has become increasingly aggressive to the point were he has lost his wife and become a shadow of his former self. More in desperation than hope, Edgar take his psychiatrists advice and takes a break from it all in the beautiful Florida backwater of "Duma Key". In this place Edgar finds a new purpose and passion in painting and his vivid paintings of sunsets soon begin to attract attention. However, does the phantom itch in his missing arm mean something and why does he seem compelled to paint the tragic story of the doomed sisters of Duma Key? It has been a long time ...

Duma Key Stephen King. Let me start by saying this review will not be 1000 words long, nor will I compare one book with another, or writing styles such as 'this book is more touchy feely', (although this one is) oops. This one is a bit of a slow starter but once up and running it is an ok read. Without giving too many spoilers away... The main Character, Edgar Freemantle is badly injured when his car collides with a crane. He loses his arm and suffers some brain trauma. This causes extremely nasty outbursts with his wife resulting in his divorce. His doctor recommends he moves somewhere quiet and he heads ...