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Salem's Lot
Book • 1975
In 'Salem's Lot, writer Ben Mears returns to his childhood hometown of Jerusalem's Lot, Maine, to write a book about the Marsten House, a place that has haunted him since childhood.
However, he soon discovers that the town is being taken over by vampires, led by the ancient and powerful Kurt Barlow.
Along with a small group of allies, including high school teacher Matt Burke, doctor Jimmy Cody, and young Mark Petrie, Ben must confront the supernatural forces threatening the town.
The novel explores themes of evil, faith, and the struggle against overwhelming horror, culminating in a desperate battle to save the town from the vampires.
However, he soon discovers that the town is being taken over by vampires, led by the ancient and powerful Kurt Barlow.
Along with a small group of allies, including high school teacher Matt Burke, doctor Jimmy Cody, and young Mark Petrie, Ben must confront the supernatural forces threatening the town.
The novel explores themes of evil, faith, and the struggle against overwhelming horror, culminating in a desperate battle to save the town from the vampires.
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Mentioned in 5 episodes
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Joe Rogan and 
Cody Tucker while discussing Stephen King's bibliography and prolific output.
Joe Rogan and Cody Tucker while discussing Stephen King's bibliography and prolific output.
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Bret Easton Ellis as a major influence on his writing, particularly his novel Lunar Park.
Bret Easton Ellis as a major influence on his writing, particularly his novel Lunar Park.
Bret Easton Ellis on Teenage Nihilism and Nostalgia
Mentioned by the podcast host as a book he is reviewing in this episode.
Episode 274-Stephen King News Roundup and Salem's Lot (2024) Review
