In this spoiler-lite review, Jim takes on Swan Song by Robert McCammon — a 1987 post-apocalyptic dystopian horror novel that won a Bram Stoker Award and continues to be hailed by many readers as a classic. But does it hold up today? And does it really deserve the constant comparisons to Stephen King’s The Stand?
After a channel viewer recommended it — knowing The Stand is Jim’s favorite King novel — he dove in. Did this end-of-the-world epic impress, or did it fall flat? Let’s just say Jim has some thoughts… and they may not be the ones you expect.
Join us for a spoiler-lite plot overview, honest reactions (including some unpopular opinions), and five reasons you might still enjoy this book, even if Jim didn’t fully connect with it.
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0:00 - Opening
1:07 - Book Details & Reception
2:27 - Why Jim Read This
3:07 - Spoiler-Lite Summary
4:36 - Jim’s Reaction
7:04 - Five Reasons Someone Might Enjoy Swan Song
8:36 - Final Thoughts
9:21 - Wrap-Up & Conclusion
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