Quote by Stephen King

Guys like Henry and his buddies were an accident waiting to happen; the little kids' version of floods or tornadoes or gallstones.

Guys like Henry and his buddies were an accident waiting to

Summary

This quote depicts how individuals like Henry and his friends are seen as potential troublemakers, similar to natural disasters such as floods or tornadoes. Likening them to gallstones, it suggests that their actions could erupt unexpectedly and cause troublesome consequences just like these health issues. The quote emphasizes the perception that guys like Henry are ticking time bombs, poised to create chaos or disruption, just as these accidents are prone to occur without warning.

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Childhood

By Stephen King

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