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  • By: Stephen King
  • Narrated by: Paul Sparks
  • Length: 16 hrs and 57 mins
  • 4.7 out of 5 stars (4,425 ratings)
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By: Stephen King
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Summary

Billy Summers is Stephen King's gripping and compelling novel about a contract killer, an ex-marine, with one last payday to earn before he retires.... Once again, King sets his storytelling talent on a new path with this epic new thriller.

From legendary storyteller and number one best-selling author Stephen King, whose ‘restless imagination is a power that cannot be contained’ (The New York Times Book Review), comes a thrilling new novel about a good guy in a bad job.

Billy Summers is a man in a room with a gun. He’s a killer for hire and the best in the business. But he’ll do the job only if the target is a truly bad guy. And now Billy wants out. But first there is one last hit. Billy is among the best snipers in the world, a decorated Iraq war vet, a Houdini when it comes to vanishing after the job is done. So what could possibly go wrong?

How about everything.

This spectacular can’t-put-it-down novel is part war story, part love letter to small-town America and the people who live there, and it features one of the most compelling and surprising duos in King fiction, who set out to avenge the crimes of an extraordinarily evil man. It’s about love, luck, fate, and a complex hero with one last shot at redemption.

You won’t put this story down, and you won’t forget Billy.

©2021 Stephen King (P)2021 Simon & Schuster Audio

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"America’s greatest living novelist." (Lee Child)

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Steve - you nailed it!

I have read and listened to most of Stephen King’s titles. Billy Summers is absolutely mesmerising. It quickly draws you in until you’re unable to leave this brilliantly crafted world. If you enjoy Mr. King’s work, you’ll love this. If you’re unfamiliar with Stephen King, you’ll be hooked from the first paragraph. The narration by Paul Sparks is truly exceptional and a real tour de force - congratulations Paul, what a mighty performance!
Billy Summers - a masterclass Steve. All I can say is thank you
Billy Summers - if you have your sights on a download, aim for this title

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I am glad I listened

This book was awesome!! I couldn’t put it down. I was completely invested in the characters from the start. The collaboration was on point. Loved how the story was told from various perspectives and bounced back and forth in time.
also audibledealscom has 4 buck credit

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Unbelievably sexist, disappointing form

Gratuitous graphic description of a raped teenagers body. Repeated persistent chauvinism. This long time King fan is very disappointed. Ruined an otherwise decent yarn.

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There is so much wrong with this novel.

King’s craft is apparent but it is as tired and Flat as his characters. And the misogyny…! This is pretty grotesque – an old man’s wet dream. Just no.

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Disappointing

Not the usual SK type of book, a thriller not a horror type. I found 70% of it quite boring. The narrator didn't help either he spoke too fast and in several places his voice dropped and you could hardly hear what he was saying. All in all I would say SK stick to what you are best at

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A superb book!

I really enjoyed this latest book fro. Stephen King. The story flows along nicely, with lots of action going on. it is written in King's inimitable style, and brilliantly narrated.

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Slow burner...

And it's OK. But the freaking narrator just puts me to sleep in 15-30 minutes. Flat, boring, annoying voice.

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Brilliant

Loved this book from start to finish, real characters, zero supernatural, just perfect. Hoped to enjoy it for some time, usually listening on long walks with the dogs but couldn’t stop, so finished in 2 days. Addictive

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Master Of All He Portrays.

Gripping and thrilling
Mr King has proved yet again he understands the human psyche in all its forms.
Wonderful story.

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Stephen King - just topped his best

I loved the experience of hearing this book. I can recommend it. It’s superb. Stephen King he never disappointed me with the stories he writes. When he comes with work like this, I’m astonished by his talent.

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