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title: "Firestarter"
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# Firestarter

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desertcart.com: Firestarter: 9781501143793: King, Stephen: Books

Review: The best edition (Scribner Vintage edition) of an UNDERRATED King novel. - First of all, if you're going to get a copy of this novel and can't afford or don't want to bother to find a classic pressing from the 80s, THIS is the version to get. It's not the strongest one in the Scribner Vintage line, but it's very well manufactured, holds up against wear and is just the right size physically. The cover is a hair silly, but at least it has personality and a charmingly vintage/retro vibe and some work was put into it, which is way more than I can say for the majority of laugh-out-loud hideous graphic designs for most Stephen King books on the market today. Beyond all that, Firestarter itself is actually a surprisingly excellent Stephen King novel -- it flew right past my highest expectations for it. It's a really solid, well-imagined piece of fiction with good characters, and memorable villain, and some really inspired bits of psionic tomfoolery in it. Worth your time.
Review: Great book - My daughter loved it

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Best Sellers Rank | #63,575 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #26 in Psychic Thrillers #458 in TV, Movie & Game Tie-In Fiction #1,074 in Suspense Thrillers |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (5,957) |
| Dimensions  | 4.13 x 1.4 x 7.5 inches |
| Edition  | Reissue |
| ISBN-10  | 1501143794 |
| ISBN-13  | 978-1501143793 |
| Item Weight  | 11.5 ounces |
| Language  | English |
| Print length  | 576 pages |
| Publication date  | May 3, 2016 |
| Publisher  | Pocket Books |

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The best edition (Scribner Vintage edition) of an UNDERRATED King novel.
*by B***B on January 22, 2026*

First of all, if you're going to get a copy of this novel and can't afford or don't want to bother to find a classic pressing from the 80s, THIS is the version to get. It's not the strongest one in the Scribner Vintage line, but it's very well manufactured, holds up against wear and is just the right size physically. The cover is a hair silly, but at least it has personality and a charmingly vintage/retro vibe and some work was put into it, which is way more than I can say for the majority of laugh-out-loud hideous graphic designs for most Stephen King books on the market today. Beyond all that, Firestarter itself is actually a surprisingly excellent Stephen King novel -- it flew right past my highest expectations for it. It's a really solid, well-imagined piece of fiction with good characters, and memorable villain, and some really inspired bits of psionic tomfoolery in it. Worth your time.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great book
*by M***Y on January 1, 2026*

My daughter loved it

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good for newbies to The King
*by B***T on August 9, 2025*

Firestarter is a gripping blend of science fiction, suspense, and heartfelt emotion that showcases Stephen King’s talent for building tension and creating memorable characters. The story follows Charlie McGee, a young girl with extraordinary pyrokinetic abilities, and her father Andy as they are hunted by a secret government agency intent on controlling her power. From the opening chapter, the pacing pulls you right in, alternating between frantic escapes and quieter moments that let you connect deeply with the characters. One of the strongest aspects of the book is the relationship between Charlie and Andy. King writes their bond with genuine tenderness, which makes the danger they face feel all the more urgent. Charlie’s struggle to control her power is both fascinating and heartbreaking, and Andy’s determination to protect her gives the story its emotional core. The antagonists, particularly the agents of The Shop, are unsettling in their calm cruelty, and one character in particular stands out as a complex and chilling figure. The middle portion of the book slows down compared to the fast-paced beginning and end, which is the main reason I would not give it a full five stars. While these slower sections allow for deeper character development, they can feel like they drag in places. That said, King’s descriptive writing and ability to create a sense of creeping dread kept me engaged throughout. The climax delivers on the tension built over the course of the novel, and the ending is both explosive and bittersweet. Firestarter is not just about supernatural powers, but about love, trust, and the lengths a parent will go to for their child. It is a compelling and emotionally resonant read that fans of King and newcomers alike will appreciate.

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*Last updated: 2026-03-17*