The Green Mile: The Complete Serial Novel

Oh My God!!!

This is the only book I have ever read that made me cry. This is such a powerful story fiction, fairy tale, or what have you, that will change your life forever. Of all my friends and family, and others who aren't, that have read this book have said the same. Common athiests have given their lives to God in the desperate attempt to avoid hell and to experience the love and power of the Kingdom of God. John Coffey is truley a supernatural figure fiction or not. If this book doesn't change your life you're already dead. The movie was almost as good, or as good as it can get due to time constraints (3.25 hrs.). I cried profusely during both. If you really want to experience life (and death) DO NOT MISS THIS BOOK. I'll never let it out of my grasp. Thanks Mr. King for a true life changing experience. Your best, NO DOUBT.

5 out of 6 people found this review helpful.

STEPHEN KING DOES IT AGAIN !

Stephen King, the famous artist of spook tales and horror books probably created his best novel yet! The Green Mile, an interesting story like no other, talks about Paul Edgecomb and his life at the Louisiana State Penitentiary, it dates long back to the times of racism and Death Row. He has worked there all his life, but never before had been in a situation in where he has to choose between his job, the law, and possibly his life and doing whats right. This is definitely a book for you if you like a suspenseful book! Don't mind the number of pages! I definitely recommend this book for all you people who like a book about moral, justice, segregation, and a little twist at the end! Stephen King uses his fantastic, horrific ideas and blends it with a realistic conflict that keeps you on your toes. I couldn't put the book down! During my free time, I read page after page after page! Honestly, I was never a reader to begin with! But, this book changed my perspective of reading! After reading this novel I craved for more of Stephen King's fantastic books. I now am convinced that King is one of the best authors, his way of style, his lessons, and his use of imagery (especially the execution of Delacroix, or the scene with Melinda Moores), Stephen King truly brings his art to life! I believe everyone should take some time out of their busy life to read this book. I give Stephen King a hand for another successful novel.

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The Green Mile

The book the Green Mile is by far one of the best books I have read in my entire life. Not only is it a touching story, it is also something that makes you realize that not all people are so terrible because of something they have done. Maybe they are good but have a poisoned soul. The problems in this book that the main character, Paul, encounter are tragic yet life-changing. He is one of the most courageous characters in the book, next to Mr. Coffey. I'm sure by just looking at Mr. Coffey's record, most would say he is a terrible man and deserves to be executed. And yes, I agree that he did a terrible, terrible thing, but that doesn't mean he doesn't deserve to at least live. He can help people and heal then with great power. It would be much better for everyone if he was alive, because he would help save them with his healing powers. The question that I still ponder is that If John Coffey was a savior, why not let him live? In spite of his wrong doing, he deserves a second chance.


Bobbye Foster

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The Best Peice of Literature Ever Written

This was by far kings best work! His use of characters and interaction was mezmorizing, the way he had Del, and John, and Paul, it made you feel like you were on the mile jsut off to the side. Wow If I could give it more stars I would!

2 out of 2 people found this review helpful.

i have every one on paperback and this matches the real books

my favorite book series of all, ive read the whole series like four or five times

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Shocking

This book, The Green Mile by Stephen King, shocked me. As a ninth grader who does not get around to recreational reading, I was absolutely surprised how engaging this book was. I have never read a book that grabbed my attention like this one has. The first thing that I noticed about the book was the the author's name, Stephen King, which I have seen all over television commercials that are advertising a new T.V series or something. So I thought I would give this book a try. I am so happy that I did, Stephen King's ability to put such emotion in a book is outstanding. The description is so precise. He easily paints every scene that he describes in my head. You might be thinking that you probably won't like it, because you are not a reader. Well I'm like that, someone who finds it almost impossible to read a book that is uninteresting. But, this book is completely worth all the long hours you put in. I was completely drawn to this book. It provided me with a completely new look upon reading books, I have never actually wanted to keep on reading like this before. I strongly urge people to pick up a copy of this book.

I loved the description used in every page. Stephen King can take such a minor detail and dilate it into something much more. Beside the amazing emotion and description, I loved the character John Coffey. He is a tall, broad African American who seems very mysterious in the beginning of the book. However, I like to compare him to a modernized, human form of God. He takes in all the bad of the world and only tries to release good and peace. He must have looked quite intimidating at first because he towers over the guards and is so thick. However, John does not try to cause any trouble, he remains calm. John Coffey was a great contribution to why I adore this book. Along with the characters, emotion, and description; I liked the perspective that Stephen King used. The way that the book is written in one of the guard's perspective is momentous. If it was written in John's perspective, then it wouldn't give the book as much suspense. The guard's perspective gave the ability to give a great description on what John looks like.

Overall, this book is worth the time that you put in to read it. You can take many values that the book touches upon. I strongly urge you to take the time to find this book and let your mind get lost in the pure beauty of the book.

1 out of 2 people found this review helpful.

This book is amazing

This book was the best book i ever red it will put a smile on your face tears on the page and laghter in the air. I have never loved a book so much, i recomend this book to anyone who is intrested in reading such an magnifisent book. I would not let kids read it if the are not yet mature enough to handle such graphic details.

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Gripping from beginning to end

I think that this is definitly one of the best books ever written. From beginning to end, it makes perfect sense and no one could have written a better ending or made it so touching and realistic. And coming from a teenager- that is saying a lot.

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.

My absolute favorite book...

I would give it 10 stars if I could! I actually read this book when it was initially released, and the wait between books almost killed me! I don't think he could have pulled off a serial with any other novel he has done. This is a true accomplishment on his part, and a gift to those of us who've read it. A heart-wrenching tale of 'good prevails all' with a dash of the enlightening supernatural -- Of course, it wouldn't be classic King without a bit of supernatural! Overall, being an avid reader of all genres, this is by far one of the best works I've ever read. The light-at-the-end-of-the-tunnel theme is a pleasant hiatus from the dreary unknown of his usual writings. The book is a true inspiration that proves, once again, his undying talent for storytelling.

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Good read

Great book. Heart-wrenching at times. The movie follows the book pretty well. Definately worth the read. A short read as far as Steven King goes...

Seven words- extremely moving and one of King's best.

Seven words- extremely moving and one of King's best.

This was the first Stephen King novel that I read. I read it whe

This was the first Stephen King novel that I read. I read it when I was in sixth grade, and it got me to start reading more often. I purchased the original 6 part serial novel set at a book sale for 6 dollars, and it was so worth it! All in all its a very good book.

Wow

This is such a sweet, loving book. I loved the movie, but the book is better.

Doesn't get old

Loved it when it was coming out, loved it as a movie, loved it as an adult reading it again.

A must read for every fan!

This is probably one of Stephen King's best books. The writing is beautiful, the storyline is excellent and it is a book that makes you reflect on life. This book will give you something to think about...

Wow

I am beyond in love with this book. I suggest everyone check it out. Now I just need to see how the movie turned out as compared to this beauty.

Cool

Ethan

Loved this book

I saw the movie. The book was better than the movie. Very detailed.

Green mile

Loved the book! Saw the move a few times! King is a master!

The Green Mile- John Coffey

The book was fantastic......but I perfer the movie.I cried when I read this because John Coffey dies.He wasn't guilty....why kill a man who didn't do it?He was a gift from God as Tom Hanks puts it, but in the end even they didn't seem to be able to prove he wasn't guilty.I mean why didn't John show them like he did to Paul?