Stephen King's epic fantasy series, The Dark Tower, is being made into a major movie starring Idris Elba and Matthew McConaughey. Due in cinemas February 17, 2017 USA.

In the fifth novel in King's best-selling epic fantasy series, the farming community in the fertile lands of the East has been warned the wolves are coming back. Four gunslingers, led by Roland of Gilead, are also coming their way. And the farmers of the Calla want to enlist some hard calibers.

Torn between protecting the innocent community and his urgent quest, Roland faces his most deadly perils as he journey through the Mid-World towards the Dark Tower.

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25 hours and 46 minutes
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Stephen King
Narrator

George Guidall
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14 June 2012
Language

English
Publisher

Hodder & Stoughton
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B00NX5D1D2
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Unabridged
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Listening Length	25 hours and 46 minutes
Author	Stephen King
Narrator	George Guidall
Audible.com.au Release Date	14 June 2012
Publisher	Hodder & Stoughton
Program Type	Audiobook
Version	Unabridged
Language	English
ASIN	B00NX5D1D2
Best Sellers Rank	2,193 in Audible Books & Originals (See Top 100 in Audible Books & Originals) 364 in Military Fantasy (Books) 369 in Fantasy (Audible Books & Originals)

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More Substance is Revealed after Reading for the Third Time

Reviewed in Australia on 8 December 2013

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I started reading this wonderful epic way back in 1987 or 88 with books I to IV and then eagerly awaited the release of the remaining three books. Due to the length of time between finishing book IV and the release of book V, I decided to re-read the first four. I found that the story was much easier to read and I certainly picked up much more detail the second time around. This is now the third time and the story has me more engrossed than ever. 'The Dark Tower' is certainly my favourite epic tale of good v. evil. Have just bought a set of Books I to IV for my son's 34th birthday; just hope he gets as much from it as I have. Stephen King, you're a genius!

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Hooked on Kindle

riveting

Reviewed in Australia on 13 June 2019

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Love Dark Tower series, I can't put these books down. I am reading Wizard and the Glass book 4 , I will be so disappointed when there a no more books in the series.

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Reviewed in Australia on 24 March 2019

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Good not bad bit verbose gggg hhhhh hhhh yyhhh huhhhh uuhhh bhhh. Uuhunn. Uuh(. In. Jenny. My nuuju. Jin is

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dutch2much

Always Good

Reviewed in Australia on 4 July 2019

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Always good to read a book by this author

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Five Stars

Reviewed in Australia on 20 June 2017

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Pat Burton

Five Stars

Reviewed in Australia on 16 March 2015

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Great read

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InfluencePress

Awesome as always!

Reviewed in Australia on 9 September 2018

A great conclusion and much like a good red, gets better with age.
Now I needed a few more words.

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Ephiny

An engaging and compelling read

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 12 March 2013

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Overall I found this a very engaging read, and the worldbuilding is incredible. I am in awe of King's ability to create yet another society/dialect/culture and have it and the characters populating it be so believable and compelling. The plot is full of twists, with plenty of suspense, and plenty to make us feel for and fear for the characters we've come to know and love. The cliffhanger ending is not quite as bad as the end of book 3, but it's enough to have me rushing straight on to the next installment.

I do have to agree with other reviewers that this felt a little long and meandering sometimes, and perhaps some content could have been cut - for example Pere Callahan's backstory. Of course I may be wrong and the vampire subplot may prove to have some importance in the series, but based on this book alone it felt a bit odd and out of place. It also seems just a tiny bit self-indulgent for King to reference his own characters (Callahan, Flagg etc) and even to name-drop himself a couple of times!

But these are minor issues, and the reader is free to skim-read sections that don't interest him/her!

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David Brookes

Wolves of the Calla

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 1 April 2008

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And we're back on track! After the massive flashback segment in "Wizard and Glass" the real story of the series begins to drive forward once more, picking up soon after the conclusion of book four.

This story is a little different from previous instalments. The journey towards the elusive Dark Tower slows as the team, King's own "fellowship", stop to help a town that anticipates a violent and devastating attack from the "wolves", a group of almost-men who may kill or abduct their children. There are many secrets in this book, all of which are revealed satisfactorily, and many of the mysteries surrounding Roland's world are also uncovered - although there are just as many new questions as there are answers.

The writing is, as ever, great; the dialogue particularly brings such clarity to this aspect of King's complex series that you don't feel you're reading fantasy, which, as a writer of the genre myself, can often get bogged down in the narrative. King lightens the novel where it needs light, and darkens the novel when the various truths are revealed. Speaking of light and revelations, we see the protagonist Roland in an entirely new light, adding yet another layer to the full rounded character and his companions. It's wonderful and heart-breaking to see our beloved characters in this way, who by now feel like family.

Do we want Roland to succeed? Always. Do we want him to succeed at the expense of his companions, who are also our friends? There are new aspects of the Dark Tower, its substance and purpose, that almost make us think "maybe they aren't all that important after all ..."

Don't miss it. It's a series back on track after a minor slowdown, and it is so intriguing that you'll still be thinking about it weeks later.

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Bear

Gunslingers To Me! Great Great Great

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 22 April 2015

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So onto the fifth book in the quest for the Dark Tower and another gripping and exciting gem of a book! Roland's Ka-tet reach the dusty town of Calla Bryn Sturgis where they find the residents in the grip of fear as The Wolves, who visit every 20 or so years to steal their children, are once again returning to feed upon the innocent. Here we see Roland, Eddie, Susannah and Jake team up with Father Callahan, a cross over character from Kings Salem' Lot, to try and help the villages save their children. A great build up to a dramatic ending, with little side plots along the way. This would be my second favourite Dark Tower book so far after Wizard and Glass and I am so thrilled to be following the path of the beam. Gunslingers, to me!

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Elizabeth Stack

captivating

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 15 November 2020

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I love escaping into the world of the Dark Tower. Since a teen I've loved the story telling of Stephen King even when at times he does like to gross out but not half as much as people think. Perception out there of his writing is so different to the reality of how wonderfully he tells a story in many layers. I read other books between Dark Tower series until I can dive into the next adventure with Mr King.

Sue Lewendon

Well worth the wait!!!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 21 February 2004

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I am a HUGE Stephen King fan and I have waited in great anticipation for the release of this novel. I would like to say that it was well worth the wait as he has done it again!
My favourite story by The Master is just as brilliant as ever. The characters are fantastically written and the emotions shown are very easy to feel.
Perhaps the best thing for me was the chance at long last to finally find out what happened to Father Callahan of 'Salem's Lot fame. I loved his character in the Lot and wasn't disappointed at all with the discovery of his life after he left. I think that his story could well have been written on it's own as a sequel to 'Salem's Lot, but then that's just my opinion as a massive Lot fan!
The Wolves stands true in the tale of the quest for the Dark Tower. I was pleased that Oy was still alive and well at the end too. I am very happy that Mr King decided to give Roland some happiness in this book. After reading Wizard And Glass, I really felt sad for the guy.
Another great aspect for me was the side-line of Susannah. This is a remarkable woman and I'm hoping and guessing that she will prevail in her coming troubles. I for one can't wait to meet her 'chap'!!!
I would suggest that you read the first Dark Tower books before attempting this one, or you may find yourself getting a little confused, or feel like you're about to go ToDash!!!
There is no other ka-tet I'd rather read about...Well done Mr King, and thankyou for not disappointing me!!!

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