Gerald's Game is a psychological horror novel by Stephen King, published in 1992. The story follows a couple, Gerald and Jessie Burlingame, who go to a remote lake house for a weekend getaway. During a game meant to spice up their relationship, Gerald dies unexpectedly, leaving Jessie handcuffed to the bed with no way to escape. As Jessie struggles to free herself, she confronts her past traumas and fears. The novel explores themes of survival, memory, and the impact of childhood experiences. It delves into Jessie's psychological state as she battles both physical and mental challenges in her desperate situation.