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Summary: Loved It
Review: I am so excited for a great Dean Koontz book. I love his work and this is his best book since "From the Corner of his Eye". It is Dean Koontz' spin on the Sixth Sense. I really enjoyed the characters and read this book in less than 36 hours.
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Summary: Koontz's Masterpiece
Review: When history looks back upon the work of Dean Koontz, "Odd Thomas" may very well be the novel which he is remembered for. Throughout his career, Koontz has been the master of the "good read". His stories (even the weaker formula yarns) are always populated with quirky characters placed into situations which force them to discover the aspects of their person which make them matter in the world. The endings of Koontz's novels are usually neatly tied up and rarely risky. "Odd Thomas" is different because of it's darker tone, and this darker tone brings more of a sense of reality to the proceedings. The guys in white hats don't always win the day. We sense the frailty and confusion of the protagonist. We admire his strength to find ways to carry on in spite of facing odds which would crush most. We empathize with him when life rewards his good deeds by introducing more adversity. This is not a fast paced novel. If you are seeking one of Koontz's page turners I suggest you look elsewhere. "Odd Thomas" is, however, a wonderful character study of a person who is special in his own quiet way. If this is what you seek, then you will surely not be disappointed. Thank you for finally writing this novel Mr. Koontz. This is the book which I have always known you had within your abilities to create.
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Summary: Odd Thomas Oh sooo Good
Review: If you even like Dean Koontz a little you will simply love this book! It is very fast paced and interesting. I Love Love Love Dean Koontz!!! Odd Thomas is one of the best books (all Authors) I have read in a long time.Pick it up, you won't be disappointed!
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Summary: One of his best
Review: If you think Dean Koontz is predictable, think again. Odd Thomas was a delight to read, and delightfully unpredictable. Koontz leads you on a twisty-turvy road to stop a mass tragedy from occuring, and at the same time gets you in the head of one of the best characters I've ever met in any book. I dinged him one point because he did wrap things up a bit too quickly at the end; I've long noticed that he can start to run out of steam after a few hundred pages. Nonetheless, this was a great read that I would recommend to anyone.
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Summary: Is someone writing for Dean?
Review: Wow.. this is the second book by Koontz that I've been disappointed in. What happened to the guy who wrote Intensity? I bought "The Face" and thought.. is he having someone else write for him? Where's his sense of humor? Although there is a sense of humor in this book and The Face, it sure doesn't sound like Dean Koontz's brand.This story has been done. The "I see dead people" thing and "I help them to let go of this world". I think next time I buy one of his books, I'll read through the first few pages to see what "Dean" I'm getting. And whoever is writing for Dean.. STOP IT!!
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Summary: Oh, Puh-leez!
Review: You folks that are yelling at Kevin for "spoilers" -- wake up and smell the diapers. It was obvious this was a rip off from the first page. What I find astounding is that Koontz can write a book that
a) has a purloined plot, and...
b) telegraphs its plot punches so obviously, yet...
c) still compels you to keep turning pages. Odd is problematic -- he reads a lot older than he is. I chose to ignore this by the third or fourth chapter, just to boost my own willful-suspension-of-disbelief faculties, and things smoothed out. This isn't great literature, but, face it, it's not supposed to be. Koontz just knows how to write page-turners. Two points off for the plot. You may want to wait for the paperback if you find yourself clicking YES for any of the above reviewers that took Kevin to task. It takes all kinds, I guess.
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Summary: All Odds Against!
Review: Imagine the Koontz-meister sitting at his computer..."Hmm, how to write my next blockbuster? First, sketch a superhero with no flaws, make a serpentine and startling plot, and add a bunch of bloodshed and explosions for good measure. Yessiree, Hollywood will come knocking!" No, this can't be the way it happens. In "Odd Thomas," Koontz shows again his penchant for likeable but flawed people--quirky characters on the fringe of society. With all odds against his bestseller formula, he keeps these tales coming. Once again, he tells a story draped in dark deeds and horror, yet continues to bring light and hope and love into the mix. Odd Thomas is our hero. He's a short-order cook in a medium-sized town, and he sees dead people. While making serious and at times humorous comments on society and spirituality, Thomas keeps his eyes on the task at hand: A new evil has entered the town and Thomas knows that many lives are threatened. Even as he attempts to avert the coming disaster, he falls more in love with his long-time love interest. The final scenes are blood-pumping, life-affirming, and emotion-wracked. "Odd Thomas" shows Koontz to be an author in love with words and characters and life. Although I don't always agree with his spiritual take on things, I'm always impressed and entertained by a man willing to write us to the edge. This is a great book.
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Summary: Spoilers...
Review: Kevin, that is ridiculous that you wrote that! Thanks a freaking lot!!!
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Summary: Koontz at his best!!
Review: I am a huge fan and read everything he writes. But this book was the best I have read in a long time. I got it for Christmas and finished it before New Year's. That is tricky with 3 small children but I couldn't put it down!!
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Summary: One of his best...
Review: Although I read a lot, there are only a handful of authors who I truly look forward to reading. One of these authors is Dean Koontz. I just finished his latest book, Odd Thomas, and I wasn't disappointed. I used to avoid recommending Koontz to people due to his rather morbid, gruesome stories. But his recent efforts are someone toned down, with very likeable characters and good plot. In Odd Thomas, the main character (of the same name) has the special ability to see dead people. This leads to the opportunity to uncover killers and crimes with the help of the local police. He discovers that a mass killing is about to take place in his little town, and he has to try and stop it before the massacre takes place. Great style of storytelling, tight writing, and some unusual plot twists. I highly recommend this one.
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