The Institute
Brief Overview
Stephen King's novel «The Institute» tells the story of a group of children with extraordinary abilities who are kidnapped and held in a secret facility called The Institute. The main character, Luke Ellis, possesses telekinesis and telepathy. After his parents are murdered, Luke is abducted and taken to The Institute, where he meets other children with similar abilities. At The Institute, the children are subjected to brutal experiments to harness their powers for military purposes. Luke and his new friends decide to escape to save themselves and expose The Institute. The story unfolds in a tense atmosphere where the children must show courage and ingenuity to overcome dangers and reclaim their freedom.
Date of publication: 1 November 2024
Updated: 14 November 2026
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Genre: Horror and Mystery
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