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The talisman

by Stephen King [et] Peter Straub (1986)

About this book

The Talisman is a 1984 fantasy novel by American writers Stephen King and Peter Straub. The Talisman was nominated for both the Locus and World Fantasy Awards in 1985. King and Straub followed up with a sequel, Black House (2001). Followed by: Black House

Setting / LocationGlobal
Story EraModern Era
Protagonist / CoreThe talisman Lead Character

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