Stephen King

The Institute is a gripping and suspenseful science fiction‑horror novel centered on twelve‑year‑old prodigy Luke Ellis, who possesses extraordinary telekinetic and telepathic abilities. One night, Luke’s parents are brutally murdered and he’s abducted to a mysterious and secretive facility known only as the Institute, where other gifted children are held and subjected to inhumane experiments aimed at harnessing and amplifying their powers. As the children endure psychological torment and struggle to survive, Luke forms alliances and sparks a desperate plan for escape. Outside, former cop Tim Jamieson becomes unwittingly entangled in the conspiracy, leading to a high‑stakes confrontation that tests strength, resilience, and the moral cost of exploiting innocence. Blending chilling supernatural elements with profound emotional depth, The Institute explores power, trust, and the fight for freedom against overwhelming darkness.