WTF. That is the thought I'm left with after finishing this book. 

The only aspect of this that I really liked was the vibe. It's practically an origin of stranger things. A group of loser kids team up against the big bad. The concept sounds interesting, and a lot of the opening scenes are great. Then the drag kicks in. I had the feeling that I was sitting through the same experience again and again. It was too much. Ultimately, it felt bloated and unnecessary. 

Normally, I can look past some of the racism that is prevalent in King's writing. This book went past the line, in my opinion. It went so far that I can't even give it the benefit of age. It just felt wrong, and that issue was my biggest hurdle in trying to enjoy this story. Or at least that was the case... up until... "the scene." I was stocked. Disgusted. I hate that this happened in such a beloved book. Why? I can't look past it. It's not the only disgusting scene, but it's the only one I can't stop thinking about. Why? WTF. The whole thing came out of nowhere and was just gross. 

In retrospect, I wish I had never read this book. I would not recommend.