My answer to this question will forever and always be Jaws. It’s not just that the movie was better; the book is absolute trash.

I’m honestly shocked anyone wanted to make it into a movie after reading the book. It’s so poorly written, misogynistic, there’s half a dozen plot lines that are meaningless and lead no where. It’s one of the worst books I’ve ever read.

I think it’s good, but not great. Those who are totally blown away by it should read some Camus, Cioran, Ligotti, etc…