Tier Ranking Every Single Stephen King Book I’ve Read

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You’ll be able to tell my technological skills are not up to par for this video but I tried! Hope you enjoy this one!
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@davidnaja Жыл бұрын

It's amazing how varied the rankings are whenever I see one of these videos. Some of your favorites are some of my worst reads and vice-versa. (Dolores Claiborne is one of my least favorite, Skeleton Crew is one of my faves. Goes to show what an iconic writer he is. 🙂

@CarolMarieReads Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! King has so many works that I feel like everyone’s favorites are going to vary. And even if he’s considered a favorite author there’s enough of his work to dislike and love

@delaceylehane7758 5 ай бұрын

That’s what I was thinking. I’ve watched about five of these King ranking videos now, and each one is completely different from the last. It almost seems as though no two people have the same opinion when it comes to kings books.

@brendandavis9233 5 ай бұрын

Seeing Joyland get ranked highly made me happy. I know it's not everyone's favorite, but I feel like it doesn't get the appreciation is deserves.

@ClaytonK94 Жыл бұрын

This video is the epitome of why I love watching these King rankings and tier lists. No two are ever the same. I guess that's bound to happen when you've written almost 70 novels and countless short stories lol.

@CarolMarieReads Жыл бұрын

Yes! He’s got enough books for someone to love and hate some

@user-dx1jb4zq9e 10 ай бұрын

My top 10: 1. The Stand 2. The Shining 3. Different Seasons 4. Pet Sematary 5. IT 6. Misery 7. Cujo 8. Firestarter 9. The Dead Zone 10. Christine

@johnnyb6512 Жыл бұрын

Finally someone is giving The Dark Half some love. Thank you.

@CarolMarieReads Жыл бұрын

Yay! Glad you agree lol

@lukewilliams6083 Жыл бұрын

I watched this video about 2 weeks ago and many of your rankings were intriguing. We share the same favorite novel, but I hadn't read most of your S and A tier books. I completely slept on the Gwendy Trilogy as I only discovered it after all three books were out. I thought the lack of advertising meant it was less a King story and more of a story from an author I didn't know. After you rated it so high, I thought I'd give the first one a try. It was amazing so I read the whole trilogy in a weekend. Fantastic!! Thank you!! I added Richard Chizmar books to my reading list now because I loved Gwendy so much. I'm going to have to check out more of the ones in your top list, you seem to have very good tastes.

@CarolMarieReads Жыл бұрын

I’m happy you liked Gwendy so much! Glad I could convince you to give it a shot 😀 Chasing the Boogeyman by Chizmar is so good! I highly recommend that one.

@markblomquist5908 Жыл бұрын

I really enjoyed The Institute. If you like the relationship of the kids in It, you will really like The Institute. I love the way King writes kids.

@CarolMarieReads Жыл бұрын

That’s great! And good to know. Makes it more appealing to me. I think King writes kids wonderfully.

@WeWereTheStorm 5 ай бұрын

I’ve only read 9 books so ranking would be 1. IT 2. The Gunslinger 3. The Shining 4. ‘Salem’s Lot 5. The Drawing of the Three 6. The Eyes of the Dragon 7. The Stand 8. Doctor Sleep 9. The Talisman

@CarolMarieReads 5 ай бұрын

Nice ranking. Love seeing IT at the top.

@WeWereTheStorm 5 ай бұрын

@@CarolMarieReads now that I think about it I’d switch Drawing of the Three and Eyes of the Dragon.

@matthewmedley8532 7 ай бұрын

Have to reread joyland. Great read.

@CarolMarieReads 7 ай бұрын

It's a great book to reread!

@ronsweet8635 2 жыл бұрын

I recommend reading revival

@ikillyourvibe4408 2 жыл бұрын

Ouch shot in the heart, Black House and Duma key are bothJanuary embers for me. Great tier list and explanations keep up the good work

@CarolMarieReads 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed them more!

@susanmctavish6639 Жыл бұрын

I think Night Shift is a great collection as well. In my opinion, 11-22-63 is probably one of his greatest books. I know it would be boring for some people. I remember really enjoying the first dark tower too but Drawing of the Three is even better. The Langoliers I loved.

@CarolMarieReads Жыл бұрын

A lot of people I know love 11-22-63. I need to revisit it one day for sure.

@travisbradford576 2 жыл бұрын

Nicely done Carol! I knew you'd put Salem's Lot in January Embers. I'll use your tier ranking as a quick reference to help me cull SK's less-inspired works. I picked up Salem's Lot last Saturday and I'm really enjoying it.

@CarolMarieReads 2 жыл бұрын

I’m glad you’re enjoying it! I do have some opinions that put me in the minority on some things though. So if one sounds good to you you should still try even if I didn’t like it ☺️

@travisbradford576 2 жыл бұрын

Of course, everything is subjective; I've yet to read a horror book that has actually scared me. Honestly though, I only intend on reading a handful (pun intended) of his books: Salem's Lot, The Stand, and Night Shift. @@CarolMarieReads

@CarolMarieReads 2 жыл бұрын

@@travisbradford576 all good ones! And yeah horror and books are subjective. I hope you’ll find a book that scares you one day!

@zachharrison5971 Жыл бұрын

I’ve watched a few of these videos from others as well to try to decide which king book I would like to listen to or read. I’ve read the majority of the ones you have. As well as a couple not on your list. The institute for me was better than I expected, and I would put it in your mid tier. I haven’t listened to Joyland or Later yet so I plan on reading those two next based on your reference. I enjoyed the trilogy starting with Mr. Mercedes and The outsider also. Will Patton narrates these on audible, his narration of these stories are really well done. Thank you for sharing😊

@CarolMarieReads Жыл бұрын

I need to get to the Mercedes Trilogy. I’ll definitely give the audio a shot. I really enjoy listening to King’s stories. I’m pretty sure Cell is next up for me chronologically and I’ve never heard good things about that one 😒. I hope you enjoy Joyland and Later!

@susanmctavish6639 Жыл бұрын

Yeah, as soon as I knew time travel and paradoxes were involved I went to Barnes and Noble to get it. I think 2011. Wow, cant believe it's been soo long.

@shmizzleshmazzle9830 2 жыл бұрын

Interesting. I'm a short story fan and recently decided I want to get King's first two collections since many people consider them his best. When Skeleton Crew went F tier I was like "Oh no" and then Night Shift went S tier and then I'm all like "wtf is going on" . Guess I'll have to find out for myself lol

@CarolMarieReads 2 жыл бұрын

Hahahaha! Yeah I’m full of chaos! I hope you like them though!

@xl4712 9 ай бұрын

Me watching all these tier lists for Stephen King when I have never read a complete SK novel

@tomislavcalusic113 2 жыл бұрын

I think a lot of people have different oppinions on SK books. I love to see that someone else thinks The girl who loved Tom Gordon is a great book. My unpopular oppinion is probably that i didn't care for Pet Semetary and I had the highest expectations for that book. My top 5 would probably be: 1. The Stand (my favorite book of all time) 2. Carrie 3. It 4. Girl who loved Tom Gordon 5. Different seasons

@gregsmith6400 10 ай бұрын

Wow, I was shocked you didn't like The Colorado Kid I loved it the setting, characters and story.

@ron1783 Жыл бұрын

Enjoyed your ranking of the Stephen King books you have read.....however you lost me placing Joyland way above 11/22/63. 11/22/63 is in my top 5 books of all time. Joyland is in the middle of the pack of SK and Richard Bachman novels for me.

@CarolMarieReads Жыл бұрын

You’re in the majority I feel like of people who love 11/22/63. It’s been so long since I’ve read it so maybe on a reread I would feel differently.

@shameerzaman934 Жыл бұрын

Ma'am, you do not have to apologize for having personal opinions on any form of art. It is completely subjective and you are fully entitled to have your own unique thoughts about it! Ignore the ignorant bullies. Great ranking btw

@CarolMarieReads Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the kind words!

@zaftra 6 ай бұрын

I don't agree with a lot but rage I do, very under rated in general.

@johnsaxongitno4life588 2 жыл бұрын

All I can say is that Carol I am really really excited about watching this video and seeing your top ten books 📚 please stay safe and enjoy your reading 📖 love your family friend John from Australia prayers and thoughts to you and your family xxx

@olszewski422ify Жыл бұрын

It's really funny, for as many things that I disagree with, I really enjoyed this video. The one thing I very much disagree with is, I loved 11-22-63. I think Sadie Dunhill may be the best character Sai King has ever written. Once I was able to get past the tears,and heartbreak, I realized how much I loved the book. Also if you like the audio book format, this book gets even better.

@CarolMarieReads Жыл бұрын

It’s one that I’m sure I’ll reread in the future. I love listening to his books so I’ll give the audio a go! Thanks 😊

@peterconlon8234 Жыл бұрын

Hi...longtime CR, here: nice list...agree with alot, disagree with just as many...it's clear you have, for the most part, good taste so I can't quibble about any of it - to each his own. My top 10 are 1 - Salems Lot 2- Wizard and Glass 3 - the wastelands 4 - the drawing of the three 5 - the long walk 6 - the Talisman 7 - the dead zone 8 - misery 9 - different Seasons 10 - the shining Honorable mention - The Mist ...bottom 5, in no particular order... The song of Susannah The Dark Tower Dreamcatcher Insomnia The Tommyknockers Keep reading on 4

@CarolMarieReads Жыл бұрын

Oh that’s too bad that The Dark Tower ended up being so low for you after having others in the series be your favorite! He’s got so many works there’s bound to be some people love and hate even if he’s considered a favorite author.

@vladimirarangogiraldo828 8 ай бұрын

I love "The long walk", I think is one of my favorite book ever, and I'm always amazed that almost nobody mention it on their tops... I'm glad you did, I'm not alone jajaja. But, I had to ask, and of course I'm not judging, please have that in mind. why is not "IT" on your list? I'm just curious... Thanks for sharing...

@andrewclear8905 5 ай бұрын

11/22/63 is my favorite King book.

@CarolMarieReads 5 ай бұрын

So many people have that as their favorite. It’s a good one

@delaceylehane7758 5 ай бұрын

Seeing The Talisman, The Stand, The Running Man, and The Long Walk placed so low stings, but props for putting Eyes of the Dragon up the top. That book doesn’t get enough love. Same goes for Cycle of the Werewolf and The Gunslinger. I like Rage, too, and I was unaware people hated it.

@CarolMarieReads 5 ай бұрын

Yeah, concerning Rage people hate the content and the main character. King pulled it from publication because of the rise in shootings etc.

@delaceylehane7758 5 ай бұрын

⁠@@CarolMarieReads Guess it hits pretty close to home if you’re from the States, but pulling it from publication seems a little dramatic to me. I’m an Aussie though, so it might not have the same impact. It’s a good read, that’s all that matters.

@CarolMarieReads 5 ай бұрын

@@delaceylehane7758 I think it’s extreme too because it obviously wasn’t his intention to motivate people to do that but he felt that it could or had in the past. It’s his work so he can do whatever he wants with it. I just thought that was wild to pull it.

@AmyNoelleReads 2 жыл бұрын

Loved this. I've actually never read a King! 😅 I've watched all the adaptations but never had much interest in the novels for some reason, until recently. I'm planning on reading some of his books this fall and I love seeing what everyones all time faves of his are! I've definitely seen Salems Lot and Pet Sematary on A LOT of faves lists. Any recommendation for someone (myself) looking to jump in?

@CarolMarieReads 2 жыл бұрын

Definitely Salem’s Lot or Pet Sematary. I think those are great for diving in. And his classic stuff is better for the most part in my opinion. Or even The Shining. I’m surprised you haven’t read any!

@zaftra 6 ай бұрын

I also agree with the gunslinger. no idea why people have a problem with it.

@SacriNoire 6 ай бұрын

The Tommyknockers rules!

@nl3064 5 ай бұрын

My favorites are Joyland and Revival (you didn't mention Revival). The Body is also pretty great (Stand By Me has always been my favorite movie adaptation of his). I quite enjoy many of his short stories too, too bad they don't do much for you (you also didn't mention Bazzaar of Bad Dreams).

@CarolMarieReads 5 ай бұрын

I haven’t read Revival or Bazaar yet. Short story collections aren’t usually something I love or pick up in general, it’s not just a King thing. I’ve been really interested in Revival and may get to it sooner rather than later.

@katrinabrown 2 жыл бұрын

I love your titles for your tiers! Just off of quotes alone it seems like you're a King expert! 🤗

@katrinabrown 2 жыл бұрын

That one scene in Gerald's Game 👀 just gave me goosebumps thinking about it 😨😨😨

@katrinabrown 2 жыл бұрын

I agree with all your top tier! Except that I think The Shining is top tier 😂

@CarolMarieReads 2 жыл бұрын

🥰🥰

@CarolMarieReads 2 жыл бұрын

@@katrinabrown it might me top tier for me if I reread it. It definitely was creepy. I liked it. I just never think of it as a favorite

@katrinabrown 2 жыл бұрын

@@CarolMarieReads I remember sleeping with all the lights on while reading it! 😅 The beginning before they get to hotel with that hit and run still haunts me when I'm driving at night 🙈😂 I have no idea why lol

@demonbear55 4 ай бұрын

I went in thinking, she may throw classics in the gutter if she wants, Salem's Lot better be ranked high or i'm out! It's the quintessential King book imo. Not a perfect book by any means, but I think if you don't love Salem's Lot, you don't love King. What a great read. Nobody writes a small village like King and nobody kills them all like King either haha.

@rucker3139 4 ай бұрын

Hearts in Atlantis 🤘

@BookishDrummer Жыл бұрын

Love the categories lol

@CarolMarieReads Жыл бұрын

Thanks!!

@yungnatediggity 6 ай бұрын

“it’s TOO LONG!! …i read it twice” 🤣

@CarolMarieReads 6 ай бұрын

😆😆

@barsabe 7 ай бұрын

One thing I learned in my channel is that there always will be idiots. I needed to learn to laugh at them

@insertarticlename.4957 4 ай бұрын

I find it hard to get into King's Novels. I love the short stories.

@CarolMarieReads 4 ай бұрын

I can understand that. He’s got so many works that it’s so easy to love some and hate some. Some will work for you and others won’t.

@insertarticlename.4957 4 ай бұрын

@@CarolMarieReads the short stories take away his opportunity to trudge. Their like anthology episodes of a horror tv show I’m making in my minds while listening to them. Lol

@kenzooba9503 8 ай бұрын

great taste

@matthewmedley8532 7 ай бұрын

Top 5 King. 1/ The Green Mile. 2/ Dolores Claiborne. 3/ The Shining. 4/ It. 5/ Misery.

@matthewmedley8532 7 ай бұрын

Great video and list.

@user-hd5ee2rc6g 7 ай бұрын

Imo The green mile is the best novel by Stephen King. But because it is not horror it might not be as appreciated by hardcore King fans. I have read some other books by Stephen King and this is my favourite novel by Stephen King.

@CarolMarieReads 7 ай бұрын

It’s a great story! King may be known as the master of horror but he really knows how to explore characters, emotions, and other aspects of a story

@matthewmedley8532 7 ай бұрын

What was your verdict on holly? Enjoyed it personally. Love the character and her quirks.

@DavidLona-pg9zt 4 ай бұрын

Awesome

@dannyletcher5873 5 ай бұрын

Great video,. Subscribed.

@jeremyweitendorf6723 Ай бұрын

Dolores Claiborne >>>>

@williamwilson9283 Ай бұрын

💯👍

@monicapressley6086 Жыл бұрын

I disagree with you on some of these but enjoyed watching your video.

@CarolMarieReads Жыл бұрын

Thanks!! 😃

@temeckarae 2 жыл бұрын

First 🖤

@ben8447 4 ай бұрын

That American accent is really grating!

@davidjay4073 8 ай бұрын

Duma key was so dull

@honestlyjewels 2 жыл бұрын

I'm only 1 minute I to this video and wanted to stop, subscribe and reach out with a virtual hug. It's sad you have to put a disclaimer and ask people to be nice if they don't agree. You're much braver than I am, I couldn't do what you do. Kudos.

@CarolMarieReads 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the subscription and kind words! I hope you enjoy my videos!

@paulabbott2813 5 ай бұрын

Why? This is so ridiculous. It means nothing!

@Jojopeepee 6 ай бұрын

I do not respect your list 😂😂

@codyh4613 4 ай бұрын

I was so disappointed with Gwendy’s final task. I really enjoyed the first 2 book in the series. I would actually recommend people not even read it. Just imagine how ridiculous fast and the furious has gotten but add in someone constantly forcing in unoriginal political commentary. Haha I’ve saved you $20 and a few hours.

@codyh4613 4 ай бұрын

Really like the video, the tier names was very entertaining.

@CarolMarieReads 4 ай бұрын

Haha! Fast and the Furious craziness - that basically sums it up.

@CarolMarieReads 4 ай бұрын

Thank you!!!