Stephen King's 'Later' introduces Jamie Conklin, a young boy with the unsettling ability to see and speak with the dead. What starts as a peculiar secret becomes a dangerous tool when his detective mother involves him in the hunt for a notorious killer. Jamie's unique gift, which works only for a short period after death, plunges him into the dark underbelly of New York City, forcing him to confront terrifying truths about the afterlife and the living. As the line between good and evil blurs, Jamie must learn that some secrets are best left undisturbed, even if it means risking everything he holds dear. This gripping supernatural thriller blends horror, mystery, and a poignant coming-of-age story.