49 pages • 1 hour read
Stephen KingCarrie
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1974A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
Carrie by Stephen King follows Carrie White, a 16-year-old girl with telekinetic powers, who is bullied by her peers and abused by her mother. After a traumatic incident at prom, she uses her powers to exact revenge on her tormentors. The novel is narrated through a mix of epistolary excerpts and third-person limited omniscient perspectives, depicting the events that lead to the catastrophic climax. The story contains graphic depictions of violence, abuse, and bullying.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Stephen King's Carrie is widely hailed for its gripping portrayal of adolescence and supernatural horror. Critics praise its suspenseful narrative and deep character development, particularly of the titular character. While some find the writing occasionally melodramatic and the pacing uneven, overall, it is regarded as a powerful and chilling debut.
Who Should Read Carrie?
Readers who relish psychological horror, teenage angst, and supernatural elements will find Carrie by Stephen King riveting. Fans of works like The Haunting of Hill House by Shirley Jackson or Flowers in the Attic by V.C. Andrews will connect with its intense, emotional narrative and the complexities of growing up in a hostile environment.
RecommendedReading Age
18+yearsLexile Level
850LBook Details
Horror / Thriller / Suspense Fiction
Gothic Literature
Emotions/Behavior: Revenge
Emotions/Behavior: Memory
Life/Time: Coming of Age