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One Door Away from Heaven Review

Dean Koontz, Action, Adventure, Conspiracy, Fiction, First Contact, Literary, Literature, Mystery, Psychological, Science Fiction, Supernatural, Suspense, Thriller

One Door Away from Heaven

Published: 2001
Author: Dean Koontz
Genre: Action, Adventure, Conspiracy, Fiction, First Contact, Literary, Literature, Mystery, Psychological, Science Fiction, Supernatural, Suspense, Thriller

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The Review

Dean Koontz's work One Door Away From Heaven is a best-selling novel. Koontz has woven the tales of a super-intelligent handicapped girl living with a drug-addicted mother and evil Step Father, a down-on-her-luck woman living next door with her eccentric Aunt Gen, a hardened and grief-stricken PI and his elegant client, and, of course, a shape-shifting Alien hell bent on healing the World.

This tail is woven by Koontz's incomparable descriptive language, which at times resembles poetry. His abiding affection for his late Golden Retriever appears as a reoccurring topic of the spiritual relationship between people and their dogs. Despite being slightly less intelligent than humans, dogs retain an innocence that allows them to sense our Creator's Playful Presence.

All of this sets the stage for a dramatic struggle between Good and Evil. Even though I was reading this work for the second time, I found it just as exciting. I wholeheartedly suggest this for a pleasurable experience.

Even though I am an unflinching admirer of Dean Koontz and everything he has done, one of my all-time favorite Dean Koontz novels is still "Watchers," and another that may be too much for casual readers is "From the Corner of His Eye."

I have digital editions and audio versions of practically all of the books I buy, but I still enjoy turning pages, smelling the paper, and touching a book. When reading in bed, I want to feel the weight of the book, which reminds me to stay alert or the book will smack me in the face. And I know that having the book in hand would make it a lot simpler to revisit certain favorites.

I remembered why it's one of my all-time favorite stories. I fell in love with the main and supporting protagonists once more.

The main character in the narrative is a little child who is endearing from the start. He's in grave danger, and when I reread portions of it, I find myself holding my breath. I still grin and feel hopeful when he presents himself in his natural form.

The issue is that science fiction has always been my favorite reading genre. I took a risk by departing from that genre, and Mr. Koontz guided me. 

Thank goodness he's written so many novels, because I'll never let go, and I've evolved a lot over time, and I adore practically all the types and genres except straight porn or phony filler sequences that are worthless and aren't a real part of a plot.

Wonderful tale. The characters are believable and sympathetic. Leilani, who is nine years old, is extremely powerful and intellectual. Her mother is the vilest slime you can think of. And her stepfather is a psychopath. The folks she meets, Mickey and Geneva, are exceedingly good-hearted and sincere, despite their poverty. 

The alien explains "good" and assists, Leilani. However, there are alien horrors that must be avoided at all costs. Dean Koontz at his finest. The language and descriptions are so beautiful that you can't help but have a revelation.

I thoroughly loved this Koontz thriller. It alternated chapters between four characters: a ten-year-old boy whose mother was murdered and who is now alone and on the run; a nine-or ten-year-old girl with a drug addict mother and an evil stepfather; a young woman determined to save the girl from an evil fate; and a private detective who appears at the beginning and then reappears near the end. I enjoyed the characters, didn't mind the alternative chapters, and thought the action was exciting and well-paced.

I think there was too much unnecessary description, which some readers may simply skim over, but I still enjoyed it and don't think skimming it is necessary, and a lot of amusing and likable comedy, but again, someone with a lot of exposure to this type of writing may find it overdone. Nonetheless, it was a pleasant read.

If I hadn't read this book, I would have assumed that it was bad based on the opinions of my reader friends, but that was not the case, and I recommend that everyone read it. Don't let others discourage you from purchasing and reading this fantastic novel. 

Such endearing characters, and it immediately plunges you into an enormous journey! Curtis at the truck stop counter made me laugh out loud, and it's very difficult to get me to smile, much alone laugh out loud. I've never encountered a Koontz novel that was unreadable.

I'd want to express that I'm not sure what to say about this book! It has left me speechless. It's one of the greatest books I've read in a long time. It was fantastic. It's one of those novels that you don't want to finish and despise when it does. Then you'll go back and read it again. 

The characters are so real that you find yourself identifying with them. Curtis is fleeing from beings bent on destroying our Earth. Curtis has been dispatched to save us, and they are pursuing him throughout the nation. 

The FBI then becomes involved since they are looking for the drug cartels. Curtis must keep moving to avoid being caught. 

The last twenty minutes of this book are like racing down a steep slope with your brake lines severed. You can practically hear the clock ticking, resulting in a whizzing conclusion. Plenty of tension, plenty of intrinsic comedy, maybe a little too descriptive for some readers' liking.


Final Thoughts

This is a gorgeous, exhilarating, incredibly incisive picture of the horrifying reality of evil, and frequently a quite hilarious book. 

Those of us who are paralyzed have a special reason to appreciate this book and to thank Mr. Koontz for writing it. It's difficult for me to beat the character of Einstein in "Watchers," but I believe Mr. Koontz almost succeeds with his creation of Leilani

I'm not sure I'd want to know somebody who didn't enjoy this book. But don't judge me if I discuss these two characters since they are both amazing to me, even if they aren't the same; I'm simply comparing the writing from both works.

Although this book is a little older than some, it is a fantastic Sci-Fi action drama. There are no spoilers here, so simply pick it up. This book's characters are unrivaled. If you like Dean Koontz, you'll appreciate this. 

In all of his novels, he has a terrific way of uplifting the neglected and forgotten, but he truly outdoes himself here. In our stories, we admire heroic dogs, and no one does it better than Dean Koontz.

I could never give this tale justice since there are so many individuals involved. If you're a Dean Koontz fan and haven't read it, you're losing out on one of his greatest. It gives you a wonderful sensation and offers you hope for the future. 

He's a master of words. I sometimes have to look up the definition; therefore I've enhanced my vocabulary, as practically all of his novels do.


Synopsis

This synopsis is from the Audiobook version

“In a dusty trailer park on the far edge of the California dream, Michelina wants to change the direction of her troubled life but can't find her way. When a new family settles into the rental trailer next door, Micky meets the young girl who will change her forever.

Despite her deformed left leg and withered left hand, nine-year-old Leilani Klonk radiates a buoyant and indomitable spirit that inspires Micky. Beneath Leilani's effervescence, however, Micky comes to sense a quiet desperation that the girl dares not express. Leilani's mother is little more than a child herself, and her stepfather, Preston Maddoc, is educated but threatening. Slowly, ever more troubling details emerge in Leilani's conversations with Micky. Most chilling is Micky's discovery that Leilani had an older brother, also disabled, who vanished after Maddoc took him into the woods one night and is now "gone to the stars".

While the child-protection bureaucracy gives Micky the runaround, the Maddoc family slips away into the night. So Micky sets out across America to find them: for the first time living for something bigger than herself. One Door Away from Heaven is an incandescent mix of suspense and humor, fear and wonder, a story of redemption and timeless wisdom that will have listeners cheering.”


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Rating: 90/100
Recommended: 100/100 Yes.

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Sole Survivor Review

Dean Koontz, Assassination, Fiction, Ghost, Horror, Media Tie-In, Occult, Psychological, Science Fiction, Supernatural, Suspense, Thriller

Sole Survivor

Published: 1997
Author: Dean Koontz
Genre: Assassination, Fiction, Ghost, Horror, Media Tie-In, Occult, Psychological, Science Fiction, Supernatural, Suspense, Thriller

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The Review

Dean Koontz's best-selling novel Sole Survivor is about a lady named Rose who is being hunted by a firm called Teknologik. It was made into the film Sole Survivor in 2000. But I haven't been able to discover a genuine connection for the movie where the general public can obtain it without delay or any other difficulty, and as soon as I do, I'll share it here. Keep an eye on this post and this section of the post for any updates.

I read this book a long time ago, but apparently only the words. I heard and saw them this time. Dean Koontz is a writer who is as optimistic as they come. I suppose the last time I read it, it was when I was extremely busy and definitely read it before sleeping while in the bed on a wintery chilly night, which is why I was so thrilled to reread it again as a new book because I had no memory of it.

This book did not let me down. I really suggest it. Right up there with "Watchers." I hope you appreciate it as much as I did.

I've read practically every book Dean Koontz has published, and I've observed in recent years that he's abandoned themes centered on paranormal phenomena (Whispers, Strangers, etc.) in favor of a more typical character plot. This book is an interesting combination.

In Sole Survivor, Mr. Koontz has created a well-crafted and written page-turner. A routine airplane crashes in Colorado with no plausible cause. As you look further, you'll discover a government involvement in which evil is aiming to exterminate good.

Because he lost his family in the catastrophe, the protagonist is deeply invested in discovering the truth.

The novel does slow down around halfway through before revving up again. Once it happens, it's a winner all the way to the end.

Just two items that need to be fixed. - One - Airframes are not constructed of steel. – Second - No mention was made of the other accident fatalities in a proper way. However, as a novel, it is excellent, and any tiny errors or inaccuracies may be overlooked because it is fiction, not reality.

I frequently turn to Koontz for a wonderfully crisp, fulfilling book that has mystery, horror, the excitement of a good pursuit, a probable supernatural narrative line, and, of course, fantastic characters, as well as the creature that may die for love and loyalty, the dog. 

I like the imaginative analogies and caricatures that Koontz employs in his writings. I adore his depictions of animals in his books since I am an animal lover. 

Sole Survivor was intriguing from the start; a father mourning his deceased family embarks on a startling journey for truth as his life takes an unexpected turn. 

Joe Carpenter is being followed by individuals who appear to have a bevy of surveillance technology a year after his wife and kids meet an unfortunate end on a trip that should have been a walk of joy. 

I was completely caught in once I started reading this, Joe wallowed in pity and agony, sure there was a lot of that, but it made the narrative genuine, it let me feel what he felt, it placed me in his shoes and made the solution that much more vital to get to. 

In the end, the narrative descended into the weird, but I loved it; it was interesting, and I appreciated learning the truth behind the tragedy. This was difficult to put down once I started reading it, and I had a fantastic time reading it; another terrific read from Koontz, with plenty more to come.

I prefer a more realistic evil villain than some of his other stories; therefore this one spoke to me. It kept me captivated, but not so compelling that I was frightened to turn out the lights at night. Because while it is not a real horror story, the suspense and action will make you sweat in certain circumstances. It's a page-turner with twists and turns that keep you on the edge of your seat.

If you are new to the author or wish to resume reading him after a lengthy break, this book is a fantastic place to start. The action never stopped and had me guessing till the very end. 

The only thing that can turn you off is the extra descriptive prose, but I don't believe they're all that horrible if done correctly. Aside from it being a little annoying at times, I truly loved the tale and the characters. It's well worth reading.

Once again, I must say that I actually enjoyed the protagonists and the development of the story with good human insight, and as always, I'm sorry it was over so quickly and left me wanting more. 

I wish a sequel would be great, but it's never going to occur like many other great stories by the author, but I still hope he will publish the sequels someday.


Final Thoughts

One of my favorite novels of all time, and one of Dean Koontz's greatest. This narrative has a unique blend of horror, science fiction, and spirituality that you won't find in many books. 

I liked trying to figure out what was going on, being kept on the edge of my seat throughout the book, the detailed descriptions of the characters' surroundings or thoughts, and simply completely enjoying the "journey" from beginning to conclusion. 

I suggest this book to anyone who likes science fiction or horror, as it contains elements of both. In fact, I believe the writers of Stranger Things stole a lot of concepts from this novel. Perhaps this is why I enjoy that series as well.

While hunting for the bizarre, strange, or supernatural I couldn't stop reading since it was so moving and enlightening. Characters are well-developed, believable people with tormented souls. This novel is ideal for Koontz fans and everyone who enjoys a thriller with a supernatural edge.

The plot was interesting and had me turning the pages. The characters are fascinating, and the plot moves quickly without becoming tedious. For a while, I thought the last 50 or so pages were going to let me down, but Dean Koontz pulled it off pretty beautifully. I can't say much more without giving too much away, so I'll just recommend that you read it for yourself.


Synopsis

“A catastrophic, unexplainable plane crash leaves three hundred and thirty dead -- no survivors. Among the victims are the wife and two daughters of Joe Carpenter, a Los Angeles Post crime reporter.

A year after the crash, still gripped by an almost paralyzing grief, Joe encounters a woman named Rose, who claims to have survived the crash. She holds out the possibility of a secret that will bring Joe peace of mind. But before he can ask any questions, she slips away.

Driven now by rage (have the authorities withheld information?) and a hope almost as unbearable as his grief (if there is one survivor, are there others?), Joe sets out to find the mysterious woman. His search immediately leads him into the path of a powerful and shadowy organization hell-bent on stopping Rose before she can reveal what she knows about the crash.

Sole Survivor unfolds at a heart-stopping pace, as a desperate chase and a shattering emotional odyssey lead Joe to a truth that will force him to reassess everything he thought he knew about life and death -- a truth that, given the chance, will rock the world and redefine the destiny of humanity.

BONUS: This edition contains an excerpt from Dean Koontz's The City.


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Rating: 90/100
Recommended: 100/100 Yes.

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Icebound Review

Dean Koontz, David Axton, Adventure, American, Assassination, Contemporary, Fiction, Horror, Literature, Psychological, Science Fiction, Suspense, Teen, Terrorism, Thriller, Young Adult

Icebound

Published: 1995
Author: Dean Koontz (Written as David Axton)
Genre: Adventure, American, Assassination, Contemporary, Fiction, Horror, Literature, Psychological, Science Fiction, Suspense, Teen, Terrorism, Thriller, Young Adult

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The Review

Dean Koontz is the author of the best-selling novel Icebound. The novel was first published in 1976 under the alias David Axton by Koontz, and then was rewritten and re-released in 1995 as Icebound. Definitely not you’re typical Dean Koontz, but what an amazing, emotionally evocative read! Believe me, you will feel chilled while reading it. Trapped, freezing, on the point of calamity, with a psychopath in your midst—it doesn't get any more gripping than this. I ended up eating it in a few days without realizing it. Thank you for republishing these novels and sharing them with us, Mr. Koontz!

Icebound is a well-written, captivating thriller that is considerably different from Koontz's other writings. A murder mystery, sort of, although the suspense is the main focus of this novel. 

Will they all escape alive? There are no paranormal or supernatural aspects in this book, so if you're expecting them because it's a Koontz novel, you'll be disappointed. However, it remains a fascinating narrative. It's well worth reading.

It is not a horror novel, but you will be terrified. It's an action-packed, dramatic thriller about a group of scientists who become stranded on a drifting iceberg. A massive winter blizzard prohibits ship or plane rescue, and of course, one of the scientists is a crazy killer, but which one? Very engaging book with a thrilling conclusion that keeps you on the edge of your seat.

The men's stories, particularly the submarine captain's, make you care about the conclusion. Although Koontz is humble enough in his Afterword to downplay his technological detail in comparison to a Tom Clancy, I felt like I was there! I enjoy underwater experiences, and this is among the greatest.

The vivid description of what it must be like to labor in such a harsh environment is noteworthy. The descriptions of the arctic and the weather are fantastic. Even the death sequence in which one man drowns is so realistic that I could vividly understand what it was like to die this way.

In addition to the inherent dangers they encounter, there is one warped mind among them who is hell-bent on murder. This part of the narrative is also really nicely done.

In summary, I should have mentioned it earlier! I have nothing negative to say about this narrative or writing style. Because it was so captivating, I read it at breakneck speed. I wholeheartedly suggest this book to everyone who appreciates a technothriller, not only Koontz aficionados.

If you're solely searching for a supernatural horror narrative, this isn't it. But if you like Koontz's enormous creativity and want to read an intriguing thriller go ahead and read it!

In many cases, I decide not to read books that show you the idea that someone is trapped on a cliff, a ship, or any other plot device that feels like it will be in one room or a small space but don't be fooled because some of the greatest stories that I read were kind of like this, and I am fortunate that I read this and those stories even if I don't want to read this kind of story. 

I recall a game that has nothing to do with this book or narrative but serves as an illustration of what I mean. 

My brother bought me The Room, a game from the Silent Hill game universe, and at first, I thought it was just a game where you are stuck in a room, but once I started playing it, I realized it is basically a whole city that is connected with the room and you travel around it, and I fell in love with it in a matter of hours. 

The same thing happened to me when reading this book, as well as many others with the similar backdrop of a concept being too little or not extensible in our thoughts. However, it is enormous in actuality. 

The reason for this is because we, as readers, think with our own brains and decide not to read the book, but in actuality, the author constructed a vast world in that short space, which we never read and therefore miss out on wonderful and amazing time that we might spend reading that book.

This book's suspense will keep your heart pounding! The twists, turns, and perils that these people face will leave you breathless!

If you didn't read Dean Koontz's Icebound when it first came out, you're losing out on a fantastic read! Suspense!! Good old-fashioned, nail-biting, page-turning, heart-pounding suspense!!

I enjoyed every minute of it. So much suspense, and just when I thought I figured out who the evil guy was, I was proven wrong. I'm generally correct. However, I thoroughly loved this. Excellent work.

There are no extremely scientific topics in this work. There are no monsters. There is no hulking psychopath on the loose. However, it was a fantastic novel. I had a great time. I, for one, dislike reading the same type of book again and again. Anyone who is on the verge of reading this should do so. You will not be let down.


Final Thoughts

I was a Stephen King fan and was always concerned about what I would do if I ran out of his novels, but I got lucky and discovered Dean Koontz. The good news is that they write similarly, with minor differences in style and genre, so I have twice as many books to read, which is a fantastic find for me. I discovered a few more writers, although they are not the same as these two, but I appreciate them as well.

As with practically all of his works, I'm on my second or third reading of this one and it's even better the second time around!! So different from his earlier novels, yet so similar in suspense, wording, and readability!!! 

Even for one of his early initial reads, this is incredible. He is a fantastic writer who draws you into the tale quickly and creates characters you like straight away!

Koontz is an exceptional writer, and this early novel, revised by the author, exemplifies his incredible talent. Few writers are capable of combining thrilling adventure and narrative with superb characterization. This is what Koontz excels at.

This is a pure technothriller. There is never a boring time in the action, and it is all extremely well done. I might add that it's a very plausible situation.

Once again, a terrific thriller in which, unlike most of Dean Koontz's other works, there are no boogeymen or otherworldly elements. It's a survival thriller that won't let up. Whether you enjoy Koontz's previous works or not, this one is not to be missed. It comes highly recommended.


Synopsis

“The arctic night is endless. The fear is numbing. Screams freeze in the throat. Death arrives in shades of white. And cold-blooded murder seems right at home.

Conducting a strange and urgent experiment on the Arctic icefield, a team of scientists has planted sixty powerful explosive charges that will detonate at midnight. Before they can withdraw to the safety of their base camp, a shattering tidal wave breaks loose the ice on which they are working. Now they are hopelessly marooned on an iceberg during a violent winter storm. The bombs beneath them are buried irretrievably deep . . . and ticking. And they discover that one of them is an assassin with a mission of his own.”


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Rating: 90/100
Recommended: 100/100 Yes.

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Mr. Murder (1998) (R)

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Mr. Murder Review

Dean Koontz, Fiction, Genetic Engineering, Ghost, Mystery, Psychological, Science Fiction, Supernatural, Suspense, Thriller

Mr. Murder

Published: 1993
Author: Dean Koontz
Genre: Fiction, Genetic Engineering, Ghost, Horror, Mystery, Psychological, Science Fiction, Supernatural, Suspense, Thriller

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The Review

Mr. Murder is a horror novel written by best-selling novelist Dean Koontz. This is one of the finest thrillers by Dean Koontz. He resurrects his interest in genetic engineering to create a really terrifying adversary, but one for whom you almost feel sad. The characters are an extremely likable family with two wonderful children. The narrative proceeds at an almost breakneck rate. There are no dull moments. The finale is a little obvious in that "there's no other way out," but it's still pleasant. I am certain you'll enjoy it if you read it.

The narrative and realistic tale were what I like most about this book. The characters were fantastic. Koontz has always been good at inventing memorable characters.

When reading, the readers may think to themselves, "This is an exciting book. The plot twists and turns, and every time I think I've figured it out, I worry whether my assumptions are hasty. I still have about eighty pages to read, so I may be surprised, but this Koontz adventure is the best ever!" I think you get the idea of what I'm trying to say. I'm not going to say anything else because I want everyone who reads it to have as much enjoyment as I did.

I'm not sure why so many of my reader friends disliked the book! Koontz was ahead of his time when he wrote this in 1993. The plot is fantastic and just gets better as the narrative progresses. 

Prepare for a story with many twists and turns. It's incredible how he puts you inside the mind of a murderer. As the tale progresses, you begin to doubt your own morals. A dynamic conclusion will leave you guessing about how everything will play out. It's a fantastic read!

While reading this book, I had the feeling that I had read it before, but I couldn't recall the story as I was progressing, and then I realized it was a new story but I was confusing it with some stories that Stephen King wrote, and even some of its style was like a few more of Dean Koontz's own stories, but don't worry it is not a copy and it is not a mixture of many stories either. 

Another item that sprang to mind was the 2001 film Replicant, starring Jean-Claude Van Damme, which had some cloning and other small elements that reminded me of it. But it is the only link between these two mediums.

I believe that happened to me because I read a lot and have read so many books from the same genres, which sometimes confuses my cerebral microprocessor, and I am sure many enthusiastic readers have to cope with the same scenario again and again. 

Yes, individuals like me can give you the whole narrative of a movie from start to finish, and we can even create novels because of that amazing memory bank in our heads.

It's been a lot of pleasure exploring Dean Koontz's previous reads during the last few weeks. I'm still a long way from the latest novel, and I'm actually relieved that I have many other wonderful books to hold me over till his next one comes out.

Mr. Koontz is a superb writer who creates realistic scenarios with the nuance of a single word here and there. His mind can dream up the finest storylines, blending mystery, intrigue, and fear.

I'm going to add some content in the next few lines that is essentially from the book's synopsis, so I don't consider it a spoiler.

The Dean Koontz School of Writing is evident in "Mr. Murder." It's a well-written novel about an author and his clone. Neither the writer nor the clone is aware of the other until the doppelganger’s wiring malfunctions and he comes to claim the novelist's family and life. 

Clones do not appear spontaneously, as we all know; they must be created by a large and evil Network intent on creating a super-soldier. 

Things didn't go well for this clone since he wasn't supposed to be formed from the novelist's DNA. It's comforting to know that God is still in the details, even for the multi-cultural, super-rich, super-powerful terrible men.

Following the release of Mr. Murder, Koontz sold the picture rights to Savoy Pictures. The adaptation was slated to be released in 1996 as a big-budget theatrical film starring Bruce Willis as Marty Stillwater and directed by Uli Edel. This version, however, was never completed.

Due to the failure of the feature film, the rights to the idea were sold to a new production firm, which developed it as a miniseries on a considerably lesser budget. 

Dick Lowry directed this adaption based on a teleplay by Stephen Tolkin. Stephen Baldwin portrayed Marty Stillwater, Julie Warner portrayed Paige Stillwater, Thomas Haden Church portrayed Drew Oslett Jr., and James Coburn portrayed Drew Oslett, Sr., a character not in the novel. 

It first aired in New Zealand on September 21, 1998, and then on ABC in the United States on April 26 and 29, 1999.

The characters in this novel, like in his others, are interesting and surprising. The villains are genuinely terrible, while the heroes are inspirational. This book will captivate you from beginning to end, and you will not be able to put it down.


Final Thoughts

Dean Koontz is beginning to give me the sense that he can make even the most banal things in life exciting. Not that the book is dull, but his writing style makes some of the book's more routine facts more engaging. 

There is an implausible premise that is vitally fundamental to the tale, as it is in many of his writings. This, to me, is what makes it more exciting since it goes beyond your typical thriller novel.

Nothing against females, but I had to mention this, and it also goes in the opposite direction since the heroes are the same and make excellent boyfriends or husbands. Koontz appears to model the romantic female interest character after the cliché of the flawless, supporting, bright, overly capable, and gorgeous woman. 

I don't mind it, but is it really feasible to find someone like that in real life every time a person falls in love? Perhaps all of the heroes in these tales are really lucky.

And in this narrative, he pulls this character even further into silliness. The main character's psychologist wife turns out to be G.I. Jane as well, with no explanation other than that she had had some training. 

She is not only all of the aforementioned things, but she is also extremely tactical and competent with weaponry. She approached issues with the knowledge and skill of a Navy Seal, and she was essentially the family's defender. 

Realistically, handling a shotgun might be intimidating for anybody who hasn't shot one before, yet she handles it like Rambo despite the vast difference in size and expertise. 

Simply put, it is a novel and not a real-life situation, so have fun and don't put too much pressure on your brain, but one thing I can understand is that even if you don't know how to use a weapon or have never fought, if your family and loved ones are in danger, you will undoubtedly become a killing machine, so think of this as what is happening in this novel. If you can disregard it, it's a fairly decent story with a nice surprise at the end.


Synopsis

“#1 New York Times bestselling author Dean Koontz delivers a gripping novel of a man accused of stealing not just someone’s identity, but his entire life...

A big house. A beautiful wife. Two happy and healthy children. It’s a nice life that writer Martin Stillwater has made for himself. But he can’t shake this feeling of impending disaster.

One bad moment on an otherwise fine day has put Marty on a collision course with a killer—a man with a mere shadow of an identity who is desperately searching for something more...

Martin’s home. Martin’s family. Martin’s life.”


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Rating: 90/100
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Cold Fire Review

Dean Koontz, American, Contemporary, Fantasy, Fiction, Ghost, Horror, Literature, Psychic, Psychological, Romantic, Science Fiction, Supernatural, Suspense, Thriller

Cold Fire

Published: 1991
Author: Dean Koontz
Genre: American, Contemporary, Fantasy, Fiction, Ghost, Horror, Literature, Psychic, Psychological, Romance, Science Fiction, Supernatural, Suspense, Thriller

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The Review

Dean Koontz wrote the best-selling novel Cold Fire in 1991. Some would argue that the narrative is bad since this is a newer and softer Dean Koontz, but I like him! This is the story of a guy who is compelled to save several people by an unexplainable psychic conversation. He gives up all to follow what he believes are Godly communications. A reporter is interested when he arrives at one of his rescues. She attempts to interview him but receives no substantive responses. She uses her vacation time to look into him and how he knows where to go and who to help. Their lives become intertwined, and she urges him to look into psychic connections and why they choose some individuals over others. Both are taken aback by the answer.

The rich story unravels in delectable tangles of mystery, keeping your interest throughout. No one (that I am aware of) writes a book about strange supernatural phenomena as well as Dean Koontz

His writings are so well-written and convincing that you almost believe there must be some aspect of reality in what he wrote, and you wonder whether he has ever encountered similar occurrences in his personal life or the lives of individuals he knows.

Koontz at his finest once more. His stories are a great delight to escape into, juggling suspense, science fiction, romance, and the occult. In his writings, there are no sluggish rides. He manages to seize your throat and hurtle you as quickly as you can flip the pages. I realize some of these things are repeated in one review and virtually all of his book reviews because he is that amazing.

I love good heroes, and this one fits the bill. I liked Jim Ironheart and would want to see a sequel where he and Holly become a powerful team. I saw Jim as a knight in sparkling armor riding on a sleek motorbike rather than a white horse, since he was modern and bright, and he learned all types of martial arts and read books about all faiths throughout the world.

Holly was single and in her thirties, with a straight head on her shoulders and a cool attitude without trying too hard, and even though you know throughout the book that Jim doesn't want any distractions as we read about how he saves some lives, it was obvious that them coming together would make for more interesting reading.

As we meet Jim, we learn that he is haunted by something horrible that haunts his nightmares and warns him of The Enemy's impending arrival. 

When Holly wants to learn everything she can about him, she becomes stuck in his nightmares, forcing her to investigate his odd predictions and terrible dreams in order to rescue both of their lives.

Things go from amazing to bizarre in the middle of the book. You have no idea where the ending will lead you. Personally, I was pleased with the finish; it was wonderful while being out of the norm.

I liked that I didn't know what was going to happen next and that I couldn't predict the finale, which is unusual for me. 

I enjoy it when a writer or actor breaks the boundaries, both in books and in films! For example my favorite Harrison Ford film is the one in which he plays the evil guy! 

I'm not sure why people are so obsessed with deadlines. How much more enjoyable would the experience be if the author, painter, or whatever the case may be, did not have a deadline and could take their time perfecting their work? Consider some of the finest (or at least stunning) works that did not adhere to any timeline. The Sistine Chapel or China's Great Wall? What miracles could some of these great individuals do if they had unlimited resources and no time limitations?

According to Koontz in the afterword to a 2004 paperback reissue, he and an unknown filmmaker independently adapted the book into a screenplay. They then pitched the concept to several studios. Koontz was surprised that every CEO had the same idea: make the fictitious aliens in Ironheart's life story real. The project was never completed because they couldn't find someone who would support the script as-is and not demand revisions. Koontz is absolutely correct in his Afterword; one minor alteration in the screenplay would have given the film a D+ at best! Hopefully, someone out there understands this and steps forward to develop a film based on the book's tale. It was an enjoyable read.

This book was really nicely written in my opinion. It gets going quickly and holds me interested throughout. I've read practically all of Dean Koontz's works, and just a couple have ever disappointed me in technical ways, otherwise, all of them are great. This had several unexpected twists and turns, which I quite loved. 

If you're a Dean Koontz fan or haven't read one of his books yet, this is a terrific introduction to his writing and great works.


Final Thoughts

I don't believe Cold Fire was much better or worse than other Koontz faves like Intensity or Watchers, but it was certainly entertaining! The author is able to blend the realm of reality with pure science fiction while still creating a plausible plot.

I appreciate how Koontz gets you like the characters and builds up the tale so you think you know what's going on, but then he deftly twists it around and nothing is as it appears. Then he makes you fear that the characters you care about won't make it out alive. I can't put it down because I adore it.

As stated in the first paragraph of this review, the novel is about two people: Jim Ironheart, who is mysteriously warned of impending accidents, and Holly Thorne, a reporter who had an experience with him and couldn't get him out of her head.

From the first page, Jim was a strong but brilliant and lovable figure who saved lives and captured female hearts. In a nice sense, it's unsettling. Mental instability is conveyed in a bizarre yet convincing way. A fantastic investigation of the power of the human imagination!

It's a real page-turner. Great idea, plot, suspense, and overall excellence. It's fantastic. I wholeheartedly suggest this book.


Synopsis

“A man on a mission must come to terms with his forgotten past in this gripping thriller from #1 New York Times bestselling author Dean Koontz.

In Portland, he saved a young boy from a drunk driver. In Boston, he rescued a child from an underground explosion. In Houston, he disarmed a man who was trying to shoot his own wife. Reporter Holly Thorne was intrigued by this strange quiet savior named Jim Ironheart. She was even falling in love with him. But what power compelled an ordinary man to save twelve lives in three months? What visions haunted his dreams? And why did he whisper in his sleep: There is an Enemy. It is coming. It’ll kill us all...?”


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Midnight Review

Dean Koontz, American, Fiction, Genetic Engineering, Horror, Literature, Political, Science Fiction, Spy, Suspense, Thriller

Midnight

Published: 1989
Author: Dean Koontz
Genre: American, Fiction, Genetic Engineering, Horror, Literature, Political, Science Fiction, Spy, Suspense, Thriller

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The Review

Midnight is a cross-genre novel written by Dean Koontz. Suspense, science fiction, a love tale, and horror are all present. Midnight, like many other Koontz works, is separated into sections. Part One: Along the Night Coast covers chapters one through fifty-seven. Part Two: Daybreak in Hades has 37 chapters but, like Part One, opens with its own 'Chapter One.' Part Three: The Night Belongs to Them, which opens with its own Chapter One and comprises forty-one chapters.

Midnight was Dean Koontz's first No. 1 hardback on the New York Times bestseller list. Even though I only intended to read a chapter or ten pages like I typically do with most novels, the day I got it and began reading it, that night became another amazing all-night read for me. Started at ten o'clock at night and was completed at five a.m. I was useless the next day since I was so sleepy, but I still read other novels because it is what I enjoy doing, so I was content. 

Having said that, revisiting the novel many years later is still as fascinating and delightful as the first time. Because it's 4 a.m., my reading pace has also increased. This book introduced me to Dean Koontz in a new way, and it is still one of my favorites.

Midnight combines two classic plots: the excellent 1950s picture Invasion of the Body Snatchers and the classic H.G. Wells novel The Island of Dr. Moreau. And, fact, Koontz discusses both of them later in the narrative.

This book initially appeared in 1989. It went on to become a huge hit. It has an allegorical sense, as do many of the author's writings. Nonetheless, it's a fascinating horror story that combines several themes: technology, isolation, man's primal human desires, and the moral compass that most of us have. It's a classic horror story about good vs. evil.

It was impossible to put down! Excellent character development and tension, especially at the conclusion. It may even be worth a sequel.

A complicated narrative, with a wide range of characters, each with their own distinct personality, and a wonderful backdrop theme. It discusses human and humane principles, as well as what makes us human and what dehumanizes us. I rejoiced in the triumphs of the "non-converted" characters while fearing for their fate. I think it would make an excellent film with Dakota Fanning as the little girl! One of the greatest fiction (fiction?) novels I've ever read.

Moonlight Cove, a little coastal California community, is experiencing a rebirth in, of all things, murder. It appears that an unusually large number of its residents are being slaughtered and burned. Why is this the case? What exactly is going on? Sam Booker, an undercover FBI agent, is desperate to find out. What he discovers is beyond anyone's wildest dreams.

Because so much of the tale is fairly predictive in terms of technology, the book contains a plethora of awful situations that give the reader pause. The book takes the deterioration and desensitization of humanity through time and through nanotechnology to its logical conclusion. 

The author definitely delivers enough food for thought, as well as some memorable characters and terrifying scenes. Fans of the author will undoubtedly like his new Afterword.

Midnight is both the start of evil and the end of hopelessness. This contradiction is seen in all of Koontz's writings, and as clichéd as it may seem, it is pleasant to leave the book feeling, as Koontz does, that kindness will win and love will triumph in the end. 

The plot appears to foreshadow the fears expressed by other writers, that the creation of nanobots will be or maybe something that will destroy their creator (think of the TV series "Revolution") but not before causing actual physical changes in man, causing him to lose his "humanness" and become capable of terrifying things.

The presence of a "disabled" and unusual "hero" as well as a great, clever dog/ friend adds to the appeal and serves as a recurring central feature in later works. As a result, the narrative is no longer innovative, but it goes quickly and is an easy read, with characters that are both believable and, as a result, either terrifying (the evil guys) or lovable (the hero and heroines). This is suggested for horror fans who enjoy their horror with a hearty dosage of heart!


Final Thoughts

I was pleased that inside a thriller or horror story, there could be such a good message for people who take the time to reflect between the action sections. 

Without giving too much away, the story revolves around the idea that people could be perfected if they were freed of many of their emotions, becoming more like machines. 

However, when humans are engineered in this way, their bodies and minds begin to physically fight back and fall into a more animalistic state where desires rule them completely. 

Liberal Arts majors will recognize the Romantic response to the Rational Enlightenment, and those of a certain age will notice parallels to the film Altered States. As Artificial Intelligence (AI) advances and some of its supporters refer to humans as "wet robots," this book reminds us of the worth of life in all its defects and urges us not to worship the creature while ignoring the creator.

A fantastically well-crafted work of fiction. Amazing in today's technology, but who knows what the future holds? It is evident that Koontz has a solid handle on today's advancements in cyber technology, and he is confident that there will be future gains, as well as some setbacks as in Midnight.

I get the impression that Dean Koontz, particularly in Midnight, is writing a lot about himself: his views of life's purpose, his philosophy of religion, and philosophy in general. Both or and in opposition to his ideas he does this by what he makes his characters do and say. 

It's simple to see why Midnight debuted at the top of the best-seller list when it was first released. I would suggest it to everyone since it was the greatest of Dean Koontz's work that I had read.


Synopsis

Dean Koontz, the bestselling master of suspense, invites you into the shocking world of Moonlight Cove—where four unlikely survivors confront the darkest realms of human nature.

The citizens of Moonlight Cove, California, are changing. Some are losing touch with their deepest emotions. Others are surrendering to their wildest urges. And the few who remain unchanged are absolutely terrified—if not brutally murdered in the dead of night...”


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Lightning Review

Dean Koontz, Contemporary, Crime, Fiction, Horror, Literary, Literature, Science Fiction, Supernatural, Suspense, Thriller, Time Travel

Lightning

Published: 1988
Author: Dean Koontz
Genre: Contemporary, Crime, Fiction, Horror, Literary, Literature, Science Fiction, Supernatural, Suspense, Thriller, Time Travel

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The Review

Dean Koontz's book Lightning was published in 1988. A new Afterword by the author discusses editorial dynamics in a 2003 edition. A storm hit the night Laura Shane was born, and the weather was unusual in a way that people would remember for years. The blond-haired man who emerged out of nowhere to save Laura from catastrophe was even more mysterious. And I had a feeling it will be a time travel novel that I will enjoy because I am a sucker for everything "time travel."

Dean Koontz's work with his Odd Thomas series was fantastic, and I thoroughly appreciated those works. Lightning shares several of the same qualities of that series, including outstanding characters, a tight, fast-paced storyline, edge-of-your-seat intensity, and, mercifully, a happy ending. 

In fact, the suspense was often so intense that I had to put the book down for a few moments to collect my breath. Even though one of my favorite characters died, this book was everything I love about this genre. I won't say who died or why, but I believe this story had a happy conclusion for me, which may not be the case for other readers because it is a decision that each reader has.

Here's a breakdown of how time travel works in this novel; I loved some of the concepts, but I don't want to see that type of difficult system in genuine time travel. I believe it is and will be feasible to time travel in some form, and I am confident it is still occurring. If you study and investigate a little, you will discover numerous incidents that will verify my point. Try searching or Googling "Mandela Effect" and you'll be shocked by what you find.

The Nazi time machine is described in the novel as looking like a tunnel; when the necessary mathematical calculations are performed, the machine is set, and the traveler walks inside and vanishes, reappearing with some degree of precision at the physical and temporal place chosen. To make time travel operate, there are a lot of unique elements and physics.

The fictitious world lends credence to the argument that nature will not allow a contradiction, even meeting oneself, to exist. Furthermore, time can only be traveled towards the future to avoid the "Back to the Future" syndrome of preventing one's own existence by previous deeds. 

The energy utilized to travel across time affects the natural environment upon arriving at the desired period and location, resulting in tremendous inexplicable lightning storms (thus the title of the book). The return from the future to the present does not result in a lightning storm.

Regardless of how long the traveler spends at his destination, he will have spent precisely 11 minutes (Something similar was used in Stephen King's 11/22/63, but I do not consider it a copy or stolen idea) when he returns to his own time stream (through a push-button mechanism often disguised in a belt buckle). 

Changes done at one moment in time will have an effect on all future occurrences originating from that timeline; nevertheless, only the traveler will be aware that anything has changed because his own past has not been affected. 

As previously established, a time traveler cannot return to a temporal location he has already visited (even if it is to a different physical location), because he will technically still be there, creating a contradiction.

Now, regarding that thinking cap: there is one part of this book that made me believe that I should be taking notes from time to time, and that aspect is time travel and the physics that allow it to happen, according to this author. To be honest, I had to reread a number of portions to ensure that I understood everything. This is not a critique; rather, it is a beautiful aspect of a really pleasant work. I'd rather do some rereading to comprehend anything than rush through something that resembles literary fluff.

Another thing I did was read the author's Afterword at the conclusion of the book. I loved his insights into the writer's world and the types of against-the-grain efforts he frequently had to do to publish works that pleased both him and his fans. 

Not all novels can easily get high stars, ratings, or points, but I felt this book to be worth every point on every point. 

Chris, DannyLaura, Stefan, and Thelma are all characters I grew to care about, and I admire Mr. Koontz's efforts in developing them. If you read the evaluations, you'll notice that I admire your perseverance in sticking to your convictions and writing the kinds of novels you enjoy.

This tale piques your interest right away and continues to surprise you throughout the journey. What a fantastic book, full of adventure, mystery, and tension, as well as terrific comedy that readers will not only enjoy but also appreciate. The plot takes an unexpected turn that you won't soon forget.

It was incredibly thrilling for me. There's amazing scientific complexity mixed in with various romantic narratives, humor and sarcasm, and Dean Koontz's unique ability to explain things so beautifully that you can imagine the sights in your head almost as if they were movies. I can't recommend this book enough. You will be surprised, riveted, and hooked the entire time.


Final Thoughts

This is a lighthearted and engaging tale with a unique take on the time-travel genre. Dean Koontz immerses us in Laura Shane's world. We observe that someone continues intruding in her life at critical junctures. We have no clue why or how this happened. Finally, we discover that her mystery benefactor is not from our era, but his real location is a great surprise.

This is also an alternate history novel. Ironically, this book was published in 1989, thus events a few years later and the demise of the Soviet Union would reveal history reverting to the pattern with which he concludes this book.

This was a very interesting novel that was well worth the money, as Koontz is always. His stories are often more complex than you think. I've now finished all of his series and have been rewarded with his quick wit, superb story-telling, and works that I will read again and again. Loved returning to "Lightning," pick it up. Excellent reading!

Dean Koontz demonstrates his command of his distinct genre of literature once more. This time, the protagonist is a woman, and sadly there is no dog in this novel. His point of view is constantly new and fascinating. Suspenseful and fascinating, this novel is recommended for Koontz aficionados and anyone interested in trying his work for the first time.


Synopsis

“#1 New York Times bestselling author Dean Koontz’s brilliantly thrilling novel of suspense.

In the midst of a raging blizzard, lightning struck on the night Laura Shane was born. And a mysterious blond-haired stranger showed up just in time to save her from dying.

Years later, in the wake of another storm, Laura will be saved again. For someone is watching over her. Is he the guardian angel he seems? The devil in disguise? Or the master of a haunting destiny beyond all time and space?

“A gripping novel…fast-paced and satisfying.”—People”


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Rating: 95/100
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