The tears that heal are also the tears that scald and scourge.
Stephen King – The Shining
“The Shining” by Stephen King is a psychological horror novel that follows the Torrance family as they stay at the isolated Overlook Hotel for the winter. Jack Torrance, a struggling writer and recovering alcoholic, takes a job as the hotel’s caretaker, hoping to find peace and solitude to work on his writing. However, as the winter months progress, the hotel’s supernatural forces begin to take a toll on Jack’s sanity, while his son Danny, who possesses psychic abilities known as “the shining,” starts to experience terrifying visions. As the hotel’s dark history is revealed, the family is pushed to the brink of destruction, leading to a thrilling and horrifying climax. The novel explores themes of isolation, addiction, and the nature of evil, creating a chilling and unforgettable tale of terror.