Bob’s House

It is at Bob’s house that Scott first tells the retired doctor about the strange phenomena happening with his weight.

Castle Rock

Castle Rock is the city in Maine in which this novella is set. Castle Rock is a fictional city that appears as a setting in a variety of King’s novels.

Holy Frijole

Holy Frijole is the restaurant owned by Missy and Deirdre. Scott and Bob eat at this restaurant as Scott tries to make peace with Deirdre but she appears even angrier at him than before. Later, after the Turkey Trot and the people of the town have accepted Missy and Deirdre, Scott, Myrna, Bob, Deirdre, and Missy all meet at the restaurant once a week to eat and talk.

Patsy’s Diner

Patsy’s Diner is the place where Scott confronts the men whom he hears talking badly about Missy and...