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Summary: Good, but characters similar to other works...
Review: Odd Thomas can see dead people, but he can't hear them speak. His unique talents have helped him get to the bottom of several grizzly murders and strange occurrences in a small town in Southern California. But is it enough to stop a serial killer who draws his powers from the occult?I was prepared to really like Odd Thomas. After all, I like Koontz writing. But Thomas seemed to be a rather flat character, and worse, a Christopher Snow knockoff. Lessee: Christopher has the 'drop dead stunningly gorgeous super-unrealistic girlfriend' so does Thomas. Christopher has 'cop buddy', so does Thomas. Christopher has an 'eccentric animal loving friend'...So does Thomas.... Err... Overall, I thought the plot was rather stereotyped. The villains were the cookie cutter: "I'm so eeeeeevil variety," and the character of Thomas while meant to seem young and inexperienced instead suffered from 'superman' syndrome. (He can out-sleuth, out-skulldugger, even the smartest professionals in the book), <Yawn>. Overall, while I enjoyed Odd Thomas a lot of it seemed to be rehashed from earlier works... This was solid work...But it din't move me like other works have.
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Summary: A New Kind of Hero
Review: Koontz, a new kind of moralist! But don't go away; he packs as hard a punch as ever (just remember the action all happens late in the book). Odd Thomas is a guy who does not live off his materialistic, narcissistic father's wealth. He is satisfied with a simple life as a fry cook (best in the county), aided by the complete acceptance and unconditional love of the prettiest girl in the county, who, like Odd, believes that copulation for people truly in love takes place only after marriage. Even when she gives in to her feelings, fearing he will die before they can consumate their love, he still holds out for marriage and promises to be there. Well, as you can see, Odd Thomas, even neglecting his unusual gift, indeed lives up to his name in view of present day morals. (Forgot to mention, he talks to dead people and saves folks). Hurrah for Odd Koontz! More writers should use their talents to present heros with good basic morals - maybe that is not such an Odd idea. A great read - pay attention and hang in there for the first 2/3 of the book, then hang onto your hat!
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Summary: Great characters and a great read!
Review: I enjoy Koontz's work best when it's about this length--399 pages. His longer stories seem to always lose momentum. "Odd Thomas" though, is a fast read filled with quirky characters, a unique setting and some insights into Koontz's take on society, culture and writing if you're alert to them. Odd Thomas is an interesting, likeable character, (similar to Chris Snow from Seize the Night and Fear Nothing but I like Oddie even better.) Odd sees dead people, brings justice to their killers when he can and fries burgers for a living when he can't. For a switch this time, the hero is a lot more interesting than the villains. Odd's got a tender/tough girlfriend to deal with, a fatherly police chief to aid, dysfunctional parents to figure out and the spirit of Elvis lending an enigmatic hand. The other highlights of this book are the unpredictable story, the insight into Thomas' family life which is effective but not overdone, and some of the bizarre qualities of the small town of Pico Mundo. I think there's another story in this Odd Thomas, but I'm glad Koontz didn't try to drag this one out. It's a great read as is, better than most of his recent novels, and more like the classic Koontz.
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Summary: Loved every page of this book!!!
Review: I don't give out many 5 star ratings, but Odd Thomas had me hooked from page one, and more importantly, had me shocked by the last chapter - WOW, what an ending!! Wish there was more Little Ozzie, but that's fine. Loved Odd's "voice" - an incredibly memorable character who has to do the right thing, no matter what. A couple very terrifying scenes, especially the part in Ozzie's house. Makes me not want to see who's outside my house! Great story, great characters, great ending -makes for a 5 star book!! If you enjoyed reading this book, you should check out GHOSTS, by Noel Hynd. Equally as gripping with a similar ending.
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Summary: Excellent Read! Wished I lived in Pico Mundo!
Review: This was my first Koontz book I have read. There are writers that write for a movie (at least hopes for a movie), and there are writers that write for the reader. Mr. Koontz, in my opinion writes for the reader. The way he gives details about the characters Odd has contact with, it gives the book more meaning then just a cookie-cutter formula some writers follow. My only wish was that Little Ozzie had a bigger part in the book; he sounded he could have really made a contribution to the story then just a mere friend of Odd Thomas. I thought Little Ozzie was a hoot!
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Summary: 'Oddly' loveable
Review: I love most of Dean Koontz's novels. His writing is vivid, colorful and descriptive. He has such a grasp on good and evil. His characters are well developed and I really care about what happens to them. My favorite Koontz was "From the Corner of His Eye," but I love to be wrapped up in any of his suspenseful stories. This one contains lots of humor as well as Koontz's wornderful descriptions.
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Summary: outstanding
Review: reading this book, was some of the best excersise ive gotten in a good while. i dont think i unclenched my ass the whole time. i can also see how this character could be carried into new tales, and situations, but the story is so complete, and so well written that despite Mr. Koontz' considerable talents, im afraid it would only cheapen the experience of this wonderful book.
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Summary: typical "couldn't put it down" book.
Review: I thought this was a great book. It did remind me of a certain Bruce Willis movie, but done in the Koontz typical style. It seems like a book based on a character that can continue. Absolutely did not expect the ending. Definately enjoyed.
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Summary: The best Koontz novel in years...
Review: This novel has definitely topped the past few novels Dean Koontz has written. This one has come a long way from "One Door Away From Heaven". Dean Koontz has gone back to basics when it comes to suspense. This story is fast-paced. It cuts right to the chase. I honestly couldn't stop turning the pages; I was hooked on to this book. I hardly give books this kind of praise but this one, when compared to the comtemporary works of brand-name authors, definitely deserves it. The only reason I'm giving this story four stars is because it has somewhat of a resemblance to the Bruce Willis movie, "The Sixth Sense" where the protagonist can see dead people, where the dead help the protagonist solve crimes. That's about it. Otherwise, to be fair, there are stark differences between this novel and "The Sixth Sense", one of them being that there is no Bruce Willis-psychiatrist character here. The ending is sad and surprising. I'm even more surprised that I cried in the end but I'm a sentimentalist so I don't know if that counts. Anyway, I recommend this book strongly because it is definitely an entertaining read. It is a lot better than the work that other brand-name authors like James Patterson and Patricia Cornwell have turned in, MUCH, MUCH BETTER! Well done, Mr. Koontz! Well done!
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Summary: Great Book!
Review: This book is an original for Dean Koontz. At first I wasnt sure I would like the first person narration, but in the end it just added to the whole story. The twist at the end of the book was great. A great read!!
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