The King of Pain: A Novel with Stories

The King of Pain is a darkly comic and unsettling novel that delves into the world of torture and imprisonment with a unique blend of humor and satire.

With a riotously funny portrait of an out-of-control entertainment mogul at its center, this book is part Jennifer Egan, part Italo Calvino, and 100% marvelous.

When the protagonist, Rick Salter, finds himself trapped under his gigantic home entertainment system with no memory of how he got there, he turns to a strange book he finds lying beside him - "A History of Prisons" by Seth Kaufman.

As he reads through the book, he realizes that it may hold the key to his predicament and offers a glimpse into the darker side of human nature.

With its unique blend of humor, satire, and suspense, The King of Pain is a must-read for anyone looking for a thought-provoking and entertaining novel.