Joyland by Stephen King
I haven't read a new Stephen King in absolutely ages. By "new" I mean new to me of course! I was really surprised to find out this was published quite recently (2013). But the years 2008 to at least 2018 were something of a blurry whirlwind so that's my excuse. I have slightly stopped enjoying Stephen King books. I can't quite put my finger on why. I've always been his biggest fan but I haven't rushed out to read his new releases for years and years. I think sometimes they feel a little bit like a cliche of himself? Maybe? However, I really did enjoy this one. It's really quite subtle for a Stephen King novel. It has a supernatural element, of course, but it's not hugely spooky from beginning to end. Also, it's set in 1973 and I think Stephen King stories work so much better in the non-modern era. You can buy into the naiviety of the characters more. Or something. Also it's set in a carnival/theme park which, of course, is the perfect set...