Cujo by Stephen King | Summary

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""Cujo"" is a horror novel written by Stephen King, first published in 1981. The story is centered around a rabid St. Bernard dog named Cujo and the terror it inflicts on the residents of a small town in Maine.

The narrative focuses on the Trenton family, which includes Donna, her young son Tad, and her unfaithful husband Vic. Donna takes her car to a rural mechanic's garage to be repaired, and she is unaware that Cujo, the friendly St. Bernard, has been infected with rabies after being bitten by a bat. When Cujo's behavior becomes increasingly erratic and violent, Donna and Tad find themselves trapped in their car at the garage, with the rabid dog menacing them from outside.

""Cujo"" is a tense and claustrophobic story that delves into the primal fear of being stalked and hunted by a once-beloved pet turned into a monstrous threat. King uses this premise to explore themes of fear, isolation, and the breakdown of sanity in the face of an uncontrollable and terrifying situation.

The novel also provides a portrait of the Trenton family's struggles and the strain on their marriage, as well as the effects of infidelity on their relationship. Donna's desperate attempts to protect her son and herself from the rabid Cujo create a gripping and suspenseful narrative.

""Cujo"" is a testament to King's ability to take an ordinary and familiar setting—a small town—and turn it into a place of dread and horror. The book's portrayal of the characters' psychological and physical torment is both gripping and disturbing. It has been adapted into a successful film and remains a memorable and chilling work in the horror genre."