A maniac accelerates a Mercedes into hundreds of unemployed applicants lined up at a job fair killing eight and wounding 15. Det. Bill Hodges, a streetwise inspector, searches unsuccessfully for the Mercedes killer, a lunatic named Brady Hartfield, who promises to strike again in an even more diabolical manner.

Stephen King
Stephen King is an American author widely regarded as the “King of Horror.” Born on September 21, 1947, in Portland, Maine, he has published over 60 novels and 200 short stories, spanning horror, supernatural fiction, suspense, and fantasy. Notable works include The Shining, It, Carrie, and The Stand, many of which have been adapted into iconic films and TV series. Known for his masterful storytelling and ability to explore human fears, King has sold over 400 million copies worldwide, cementing his legacy as one of the most influential writers of all time.