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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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Strangers Review

Dean Koontz, American, Conspiracy, Depression, Fiction, First Contact, Horror, Literary, Mental Health, Psychological, Science Fiction, Superhero, Suspense, Teen, Thriller, Young Adult

Strangers

Published: 1986
Author: Dean Koontz
Genre: American, Conspiracy, Depression, Fiction, First Contact, Horror, Literary, Mental Health, Psychological, Science Fiction, Superhero, Suspense, Teen, Thriller, Young Adult

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The Review

Strangers is a novel written by Dean Koontz that was nominated for a World Fantasy Award for Best Novel (1987). Best Novel nominee for the British Fantasy Award (1987). In 2018, it was revealed that a Strangers adaptation is in the works at Fox for a one-hour drama written by Criminal Minds creator Jeff Davis. Fox and Sony Pictures Television are collaborating on the project. But I'm not sure if it's been made or not; please let me know if it's already on the air.

I read this book for the first time in high school and had no idea who Dean Koontz was, but it had such an impression on me that anytime I thought of this author, this was the first book I remembered and the one of his many that I would label my favorite. It was well-written enough that it stuck with me and took me a long time to read a second time, but I always kept a copy on hand in case I needed to. It's because I'm a voracious reader and try not to sell any of my books unless they're really crap or I'm not interested in them.

I'm still impressed by the amazement, wonder, and hopefulness this book inspires in me, and after reading Koontz's newly added afterword, I understand why: this was his first passion project, and it shows. Dean Koontz is a major favorite of mine, and I've been reading his books for a long time. I was already aware of his concepts after learning that the films Demon Seed and Fun House were partially based on his writings.

I liked how he effectively combined a wide range of character styles. Eventually, he leaves us with the eternal quandary of religious belief against atheism – and here I disagree with a few friend readers. Is there a God who is bigger than we can imagine? Or... does the Universe sort of run itself and there is no such thing as a Creator?

One of my new discoveries in this book was his tributes to fellow writers Tim Powers, James Blalock, and Stephen King. Knowing he is friends with and used to be writing partner with Powers and Blalock makes these tributes to them especially endearing, plus they are all favorites of mine, and I hope that because he mentioned them, more people discovered these other, equally talented writers as well. I will always have a copy of this book in my collection and read it with great pleasure.

I know that some of Koontz's works are not enjoyed by all readers for various reasons, but in my view, it is all about the hype, and even if his books are fantastic, people expect greatness all the time, which is impossible. 

But this novel had me completely engrossed. As is often the case, Koontz begins with amazing speed, great ideas, and likable, well-rounded characters, only to lose momentum and imagination near the end, and it is essentially the same thing that readers are confused about because it is great, but to readers, it feels bad or not good enough because it was this great author who was supposed to give thousand-star story every time. This is without a doubt one of his greatest books. But it is only my view.

The plot was fast-paced and a great page-turner. The characters' backstories were wonderfully fleshed out and made you care about what happened to them. I truly liked this book till the finish.

Colonel Falkirk played the stereotypical nasty guy. He was the book's Snidely Whiplash, all wooden and two-dimensional. He was so ludicrous and out of control that I couldn't imagine anyone would have listened to him or followed him in any manner.

I had the impression that Koontz wrote a lengthy novel and then his editor told him, "It's too long, tie it up." Because the finish seemed a little abrupt for me, but it is something I usually always think of with amazing stories.

For non-readers, the book is rather extensive and begins by explaining the recent back-story of each individual in the book who begins suffering panic episodes, as well as what those terrors are and how they try to deal with them.

The first half of the novel is extremely riveting, with the reader hanging on every "page" to see how the protagonists deal with their life-destroying terrors.

The second part of the novel focuses on the events that surround each character as they are all unconsciously brought together where this trip began, and what occurs as they gradually piece together the circumstances of that incident.

The book is excellent, and it is one of Dean Koontz's finer works.


Final Thoughts

I only had the paperback and hardcover versions of this book, but I now have the kindle and audible versions as well, as I do with all of my favorite novels and writers' works. 

A terrific early fiction from Dean Koontz that has nothing to do with mass murderers or tracking homicides... I get much too much of it by watching television.

This is a really well-written and edited narrative about many strangers who are eventually bonded by the sharing of a life-changing incident... You should read it if you haven't already. If you've already read it, enjoy the pleasure of reliving a terrific narrative.

This was a great case of reading for me. The tension was so intense that I couldn't put the book down. I was wondering how he was going to tie all those ties and people together at the end, but he did.

This is science fiction, which I enjoy when it's excellent. I liked this one because of the happy conclusion. Koontz has a remarkable flair for characterization and writes better than many award winners, but that will never be acknowledged in the realm of high literature!! 

His manner is effortless. And, unlike many of my reading friends, I did not find the book to be overly long. Yes, the author went on and on in certain places, but it was still nice.

It is so brilliantly written, and the characters are so realistic, that I feel as if they are old friends with whom I like spending time now and then! 

I know Mr. Koontz doesn't write sequels unless they are planned from the start, but I would be first in line to buy a Strangers sequel! I'd like to know what happens to Dom and Ginger, Jack, Jorga and Marcie, Brendan and Parker, and so on. What are George and Rita's reactions? 

If the government cooperates in the release of information, or if they continue to try to maintain the secret, (and what is their justification for their treatment of US citizens!) Oh, there's so much I'd like to know!


Synopsis

““The plot twists ingeniously...an engaging, often chilling book.”—The New York Times Book Review

A writer in California. A doctor in Boston. A motel owner and his employee in Nevada. A priest in Chicago. A robber in New York. A little girl in Las Vegas. They’re a handful of people from across the country, living through eerie variations of the same nightmare.

A dark memory is calling out to them. And soon they will be drawn together, deep in the heart of a sprawling desert, where the terrifying truth awaits...”


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

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The Door to December Review

Dean Koontz, Richard Paige, Contemporary, Fiction, Genetic Engineering, Horror, Kidnapping, Literature, Psychological, Science Fiction, Supernatural, Teen, Thriller, Young Adult

The Door to December

Published: 1985
Author: Dean Koontz (Written as Richard Paige)
Genre: Contemporary, Fiction, Genetic Engineering, Horror, Kidnapping, Literature, Psychological, Science Fiction, Supernatural, Teen, Thriller, Young Adult

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The Review

Dean Koontz's work The Door to December was first published under the pen name Richard Paige. This is one of Koontz's earliest works, and it has the same fire and thrill as the others. A gripping novel that keeps you guessing about who the horrible culprit is and why this little girl is desired by such a strange variety of individuals. It reminds me of why I've always enjoyed this master of suspense's works.

All of this is already mentioned on the book cover, so I don't consider this a spoiler. Melanie is a nine-year-old girl who was kidnapped by her father when she was three years old. Her father and his collaborators had utilized her for psychological study, particularly in the domain of the unconscious. 

Her father's companions were brutally killed, and her mother Janet, a detective, Dan Haldane, and Earl from a security group are doing everything they can to keep the child safe. 

Because of what was done to her and her mother, she is kind of autistic and a child psychiatrist is working with her to attempt to reverse the damage. 

What is this enigmatic power that is murdering Melanie's abusers and might endanger her as well? How are these heinous crimes taking place, given that the bodies look to be smashed to pieces? There is no weapon at the murder sites, and no clues have been found. 

Dan is determined to keep the mother and girl safe at any cost. Suspense builds throughout, as it does in most Koontz stories, and the answers appear to be something the reader cannot comprehend. 

As is often the case, the primary character is intriguing and, in this case, entertaining. And, as is often the case with my favorites, it takes actual concepts just a foot over the line into the sci-fi realm.

I really liked this book when I read it a long time ago, and I still like it when I read it again. With the release of the new Netflix Original Series "Stranger Things," I felt driven to revisit the book. It's obvious where the series' creators drew their inspiration for the main heroine and her talents.

The Door to December accelerates into every twist and bend like a racing engine. You want to stop reading but can't. You're glued to each page while clinging to your seat. The characters are either likable or despised, and you can tell who you're cheering for straight away. A fantastic book to read on a wet weekend in the mountains or on a lengthy trip. You will not be let down.

I adore Dean Koontz and his thought-provoking works of late. I read this one a long time ago and recently returned to it since it's been so long that I can't remember what happened and I can't write a review without knowing what was in the book. 

I've always liked Koontz's detailed writing, but his works have grown a touch out of hand in the last few years. There is such a thing as overdoing it with the descriptive end of a book, and he's been doing it a lot recently! It does not imply that he is no longer creating wonderful stories; rather, certain readers may not appreciate a lot of description. I don't like it if it's not done correctly, and the good news is that Dean Koontz does it wonderfully. Just read Darkfall, Watchers, Whispers, Phantoms, and his other early hits to see what I mean.

As with nearly all other Dean Koontz works, I just have one complaint: I don't want the books to finish, and even if a book is huge, it feels short at the end.

Koontz is the most learned and insightful author of any popular novelist into the human psyche. He is a guy of wit, confidence in mankind, and dare I say, popularity? A brilliant occult student... the type of intellect that makes the reader believe the unbelievable.

I've read practically all of his books and have been completely hooked by them all. This book seems to outperform all others! Intense, wonderful page-turner, and how he makes it so easy to believe everything is genuine.

When reading or listening to this book at night, leave the light on. Dean Koontz is a brilliant author, and I truly thank him.

As usual, Dean Koontz has produced a masterpiece that is difficult to put down and undermines my attempts to cure my Insomnia. It's not just words; I can't sleep because I am always reading or writing, and when I sleep, I start composing new stories in my sleep and wake up. I believe I was born for this kind of stuff since it doesn't bother me because I can stay up longer and do more if I'm not sleeping. If you haven't read his book Lightning, it's a must-read and my all-time favorite; and that's saying a lot coming from someone who reads a lot of novels.

The protagonists in The Door to December were interesting, and I appreciated the story. There is no dog in this novel, which I missed because Dean Koontz's greatest works usually appeared to have a lovely dog as one of the protagonists. Even if some of the content is disturbing, I would strongly suggest this book.


Final Thoughts

This is one of Dean Koontz's first books that I read. I think I appreciated it more now than I did before because I now have my brother's children at home, and I can actually identify with the characters more than I did before since the children adore me, and I can understand the love between us. 

This novel will appeal to fans of Koontz. If you enjoy sci-fi thrillers, you'll enjoy this book. Even though I knew how it ended, I couldn't put the book down once I started reading it.

This book was fantastic. It's an earlier title that Dean Koontz previously published under a different pen name. I thoroughly loved the book! The only drawback was that I figured out the ending near the end, but even knowing that, I still loved the book and would definitely suggest it.

Dean Koontz provides again another fantastic narrative with tremendous character development. He takes you from the start and pulls you into the story. It's about conspiracy, money, crazy scientists gone bad, innocence taken, and a possible romance.

Dark, gruesome, and frightening. This was a challenging book to read. It involves child abuse and sadomasochism, which may make it difficult to read for some, but it is a fantastic novel. Parts of it are also graphic but still recommended.


Synopsis

“#1 New York Times bestselling author Dean Koontz takes readers into the darkest recesses of the human mind—and into the tempest of a father's obsession.

A call in the middle of the night summoned psychiatrist Laura McCaffrey out into the rain-swept streets of Los Angeles. The police had found her husband-beaten to death. But what of her daughter, Melanie, whom he had kidnapped six years earlier? At the brutal murder scene, the police lead Laura into her husband's makeshift lab—and open the door to a rising tide of terror that has trapped Melanie in its midst...”


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

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Roadwork Review

Stephen King, American, Crime, Fiction, Literature, Psychological, Rural, Small Town, Teen, Thriller, Young Adult

Roadwork

Published: March 1981
Genre: American, Crime, Fiction, Literature, Psychological, Rural, Small Town, Teen, Thriller, Young Adult

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The Review

Stephen King's thriller novel Roadwork was published as a paperback original under the pen name Richard Bachman. It was included in the hardback omnibus The Bachman Books in 1985.

This was written when Stephen King felt he'd be able to get away with writing stories under the pseudonym Richard Bachman for the time being. Now that we know it's Stephen King, it's amazing to note how different the writing is when he's not being Stephen King.

The original Bachman books all deal with guys breaking up and fighting back against the system, while the details differ from one book to the next. This one is about a man who loses his house, his wife, and his job, as well as the subsequent downward spiral. 

It's a decent read for followers of the author; however, horror lovers may be disappointed. Those who aren't lovers of the author may like the book's unique style and subject matter.

In 1972–1974, the narrative takes place in an undisclosed Midwestern city. A father, bereaved by the loss of his son and the collapse of his marriage, is pushed to mental instability when he hears that both his house and employment will be destroyed to make way for an interstate highway extension.

In August 2019, a cinematic version of the novel was announced, with Pablo Trapero as director, Andy Muschietti the director of It and It Chapter Two, and Barbara Muschietti as producer.

With this narrative about a guy fighting his own personal demons, the author strayed from his customary genre.

The novel represents a significant shift for the author. It's possible that it's one of his lesser-known pieces. There are better Stephen King books out there. But don't overlook this opportunity. It's got Bachman written all over it, which isn't a terrible thing.

We currently live in a time where everyone wants what they want right now and isn't willing to wait for it. The author could have made this a short novella, according to several reader friends, but he stretched it out. This novel progresses in such a way that the protagonist gradually loses his sanity, or does he?

I feel the tale was written in the most effective way possible. It piqued my interest right away, and I couldn't put it down as it progressed to a climactic conclusion. This is an excellent book to read.

When you read this book as a Stephen King novel, it may bore and disappoint you; well, rather, it may bore and disappoint you as a Richard Bachman novel—and believe me, if you're a Stephen King fan, you'll know the difference between King and Bachman. 

In terms of flavor, it's the difference between chocolate and chili sauce, and that's a great example because most people like chocolate, but chili sauce... well, let's just say it's a requested taste. 

Unlike King, Bachman is a harsh, disagreeable author who has no affection for his readers. That's OK since it's a performance. 

The Long Walk was about a group of youngsters who were slain by a big brother society that shot them if they stopped walking or went below a particular speed. What amuses you about that?

Similarly, what's fun about a man named Burt who lost his job, his wife, his house, and eventually his sanity and will to live in Roadwork? 

The voyage of his unraveling is essentially the roadwork. The plot isn't really complicated. But don't anticipate ghostly activity around every turn, for clarity's sake, since Bachman is not the same guy as King (they are physically, but not in their literature.) 

In some ways, Bachman is similar to Eli Roth (director of Cabin Fever and Hostel Parts I and II,) in that it's all about the character's and audience's dissatisfaction.

Richard Bachman's novel is a well-known work. It has no supernatural, occult, or ghost elements. Only a man on the verge of losing his mind.

Although it is neither a large book nor a long novel, the idea is as massive as it gets. Even if you compare it to The Long Walk, the slowness of this work will leave you unsatisfied. 

However, keep in mind that The Long Walk's premise implies that there will be more action. If there was a lot of activity on Roadwork, it would be there merely for the purpose of being there. And King, or should I say Bachman? is generally adept at sensing when to speed up the tempo.

Another thing that can help you understand it is that if you read this novel while thinking about AMC's Breaking Bad, I think you'll appreciate it a lot. 

The idea is very identical to that of Breaking Bad. I would have rated this novel a 3/5 if I had given it a score after the first hundred pages. 

However, by the midway mark, I had a better understanding of the style and tone, which is what makes this book so appealing. If you're a patient reader or a Breaking Bad enthusiast, I strongly suggest it.


Final Thoughts

This is a fantastic novel. All Stephen King aficionados should read it. The characters are well-defined, and the narrative is well-constructed. 

It was difficult to put the book down. The author has a unique way of developing suspense as the novel progresses, and I adore it!

Author paints Dawes' mind in vivid hues that grow increasingly muddied as his desire becomes more concentrated, yet absurdly unattainable.

The fact that Dawes is driving himself down a dead-end road with the help of numerous others makes the mind games laughable. However, the novel maintains a good pace and is a welcome diversion from Stephen King's usual territory.

I believe there is a limit to how far one may be pushed before cracking. Barton Dawes, a guy who achieved that stage in 1974, is one of them.

Remember, Stephen King never meant for anyone to realize it was him who authored Roadwork; as a result, it's the farthest thing from a King novel. An author has unlimited freedom to write whatever they choose, with no limitations.

Yes, it is not a perfect novel, which is why I gave it a lower rating, but the reason I am giving this novel a hundred percent recommendation is because of the last pages and the moral of the narrative, as well as what this novel is attempting to teach the mindless masses to realize what is going on behind everything we simply blindly follow.


Synopsis

“Only Stephen King, writing as Richard Bachman, can imagine the horror of a good and angry man who fights back against bureaucracy when it threatens to destroy his vitality, home, and memories. “Under any name King mesmerizes the reader” (Chicago Sun-Times).

Barton Dawes is standing in the way of progress when his unremarkable but comfortable existence suddenly takes a turn for the worst. A new highway extension is being built right over the laundry plant where he works—and right over his home. The house he has lived in for twenty years and where he created loving memories with his family. Dawes isn’t the sort of man who will take an insult of this magnitude lying down. His steadfast determination to fight the inevitable course of progress drives his wife and friends away while he tries to face down the uncaring bureaucracy that has destroyed his life. But before the city paves over that part of Dawes’s life, he’s got one more party to throw—and it’ll be a blast.

What happens when one good (and angry) man fights back…and then some? This #1 national bestseller includes an introduction by Stephen King on “The Importance of Being Bachman.”


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Rating: 85/100
Recommended: 100/100 Yes.

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The Colorado Kid Review

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The Colorado Kid

Published: 4, October 2005
Author: Stephen King
Genre: Crime, Detective, Fiction, Hard-Boiled, Horror, Literature, Murder, Mystery, Serial Killer, Suspense, Teen, Thriller, Women’s

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The Colorado Kid Summary


The Review

Stephen King's mystery thriller The Colorado Kid was released in 2005 under the Hard Case Crime label. Joyland, Stephen King's next Hard Case Crime novel, was released in June 2013. In May 2019, Hard Case Crime released The Colorado Kid in an illustrated paperback version. I had a great time reading this book. While watching the Syfy series "Haven," which is based on Stephen King's "The Colorado Kid," I became captivated by this novel.

If you read the novel first and then watch the program, there's a good possibility you'll enjoy "Haven" even more. The show's writers performed an excellent job of sifting through the labyrinth of mystery surrounding the major event of the Colorado Kid.

But fans of Syfy's Haven should be aware that the show appears to be based on this novel. That's a stretch; it'd be nice to say it's influenced by The Colorado Kid, but nothing in this book will help you comprehend the show, which is why I said you'll like it even more since the idea is there but the book isn't. That's why, unlike with other media tie-ins, I didn't offer a link to the show.

Returning to the novel, I enjoy Stephen King's writing style as always, and I appreciate his explanations to the readers about the plot.

And I understand. I loved the metaphor at the conclusion of the narrative because it served as a sort of resolution to the continuous mystery, which, I believe, is similar to daily existence. There are certain things in life that we cannot understand or for which we have no solutions, yet we face them every day.

This is a novella based on one of Stephen King's short works. Unlike much of his work, there are no overt supernatural elements, yet the supernatural may be involved because it was written by the master, and you may discover after a few years in another novel that something otherworldly triggered the events in this book.

The location of The Colorado Kid appealed to me the most: a little community on a Maine seaside island. The artistry of the author's portrayals is stunning. 

His three central characters, two senior newspapermen and their young female aide are likable and convincing. This is a tale that will linger in your mind for a long time.

The author did not tell the readers what they should believe; instead, he left the mystery to the reader's imagination. And it was fantastic! I wish there were more novels written like this. This is the sort of book I could read every day.

Author masterfully constructs a framework tale around a wholly "told" mystery storyline - we never see any of the persons engaged in the mystery, and the entire story is "told" to a young female Midwestern acquaintance by two old men who are involved in journalism.

The ultimate brilliance of Stephen King's presentation is in enthralling us with the "mystery" that the old men have with the young lady in order to pique and maintain our interest in the three "real-time" characters, which he depicts extremely neatly and efficiently.

Stephen King's treatment of "voice," particularly in his depiction of Downeast accent, is outstanding.

Most writers would tell you that dialect is treacherous ground, and Stephen King discusses it in "On Writing" - attempting to express any lengthy piece in an authentic representation of any regional or ethnic accent almost dooms the conversation.

But Stephen King manages to suggest to the reader how these characters sound, then appropriately and cautiously strengthens it with irregular linguistic recreations, and the spell is done - every time Vince and Dave speak, I hear the down Maine twang as clearly as if I were listening to them myself, somewhere up down? The coast, perhaps near Wiscasset.

Normally, I despise open-ended books or those that finish on a cliffhanger, but I really like this one.

I appreciate the way the author constructs his novels, with such rich characters and details that immerse you in the setting and make you feel as if you are sitting right there listening to the dialogue.

This narrative was refreshing to me because it dared to tell a story without neatly tying up the ends, addressing all the questions, and then using that story to make a point and define the two forms of storytelling.


Final Thoughts

I don't think this is a spoiler, but rather open information to readers who read this novel and didn't comprehend it or the open-ended conclusion that wasn't really an ending but a beginning, so everyone has to realize that the tale is not about the Colorado Kid.

It's about a young lady, Stephanie, coming to accept the town and, in turn, the community accepting her.

The Colorado Kid is a deception. The Colorado Kid is the mechanism employed to convey Vince and Dave's acceptance, and Stephanie embraces it as she accepts her new role as a "townie."

If the readers understand what I'm saying, they will not feel tricked at the conclusion of the story and will instead feel and think about life and the metaphors the author employs to make us view the world in new ways.

The mystery is interesting, and the ending is a double-edged sword in that to comprehend it, you must first comprehend life or be a philosopher, as this is how life frequently works.

If you're seeking for a great example of Stephen King's narrative abilities, his talent for establishing personalities, and his unmistakable style of narration and scenario setting, go no further. As Vince, Stephanie, and Dave alternately exclaim, school is in session.

This is not a traditional mystery narrative, despite the fact that it is about a mystery. The author makes it clear right away.

This is just a heads up. Yes, there is some form of a victim. And there's no denying that there's a puzzle to be solved.

However, there are no suspects, minimal action, no hard-boiled by the book flatfoots, no down-on-his-luck private eye looking for atonement, and no femme fatale.

There is a fantastic story here. One that, as Vince points out, isn't perfect. If you're looking for a classic mystery, try an Agatha Christie or a grim Dashiell Hammett. This isn't one of those tales. However, it is a story definitely worth reading.


Synopsis

“On an island off the coast of Maine, a man is found dead. There's no identification on the body. Only the dogged work of a pair of local newspapermen and a graduate student in forensics turns up any clues.

But that's just the beginning of the mystery. Because the more they learn about the man and the baffling circumstances of his death, the less they understand. Was it an impossible crime? Or something stranger still...?

No one but Stephen King could tell this story about the darkness at the heart of the unknown and our compulsion to investigate the unexplained. With echoes of Dashiell Hammett's The Maltese Falcon and the work of Graham Greene, one of the world's great storytellers presents a surprising tale that explores the nature of mystery itself...”


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Rating: 80/100
Recommended: 90/100 Yes.

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The Stand Review

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The Stand

Published: 3, October 1978
Author: Stephen King
Genres: American, Fantasy, Fiction, Horror, Literature, Metaphysical, Post-Apocalyptic, Science Fiction, Suspense, Teen, Thriller, Young Adult

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The Stand Summary


The Review:

Stephen King's The Stand is a post-apocalyptic dark fantasy book. The narrative revolves around a devastating catastrophe of engineered influenza and its consequence, in which the few people who survive are divided into groups, each guided by a figure of good or evil, and appear destined to battle. The author wanted to write an epic in the vein of The Lord of the Rings but set in modern-day America.

Because of the enormous number of characters and plots, he found the novel challenging to write. But, at 1,152 pages, Stephen King's The Stand complete and uncut edition is his longest stand-alone work, surpassing his 1,138-page novel IT.

By the time I was writing this post, the book had sold 4.5 million copies (19 January 2022.) This novel is regarded as one of the author's greatest, and sure, it is quite good if you can actually finish it.

I was fortunate enough to watch the 1994 television series based on this novel, but it was a watered-down version that was only watchable because the screenplay was written by none other than Stephen King himself.

I was unaware of the most recent adaptation of this novel as a television miniseries, but I will definitely watch it as soon as I can.

Marvel Comics' graphic novel version of this book was likewise a hit, and I enjoyed it much.

I read this book a long time ago and was hesitant at first because I couldn't make sense of all the diverse characters with such complex backgrounds. But I kept reading, occasionally going back, and eventually, I found myself tethered to the plot.

A story that begins so descriptively and deeply will suddenly stir in your dreams as you sleep, and I had to put this book down for a few days because I began to have dreams in which I found myself trapped in the same universe as these characters, for every page turned is a shadowy journey of the stuff that waits patiently for the unfortunate people of this legend.

Some spirits are powerful, while others are ineffective. Even the weakest souls, however, warn us and speak of our own crimes, flaws, and burdens to bear, that we should all be wary of white in our hair.

The Stand was a significant bestseller years before the extended variation was released; there was no purpose for the larger version to be created other than to freshen sales in the eyes of many readers, but as an author myself, I understand why it was published.

It had to be published in its trimmed version a long time ago since the publishers demanded that the author cut at least 300 to 400 pages from his real book, which he had to do in the end.

But now that he has the freedom to do anything he wants and publish as many pages as he wants, he went ahead and did it. Because a book is like a child to its creator, and I am proud of him for finally getting the book published the way he desired.

I have already read both versions, and despite the fact that the first edition was already a lengthy novel, I found it to be immensely engaging.

I have to mention something that will make a reader decide whether to read the first version or not. The extended version is far too large for the average reader.

For me, it was like returning to a location I had missed as a child but only had the opportunity to see after I had grown up, and it was like hunting for signs and things that I had wanted to see in the first place.

I was not disappointed, but as I previously stated, it is not for the average reader, and if you have previously read the earlier edition, you may not enjoy it as much as I did due to the way it seems stretched and modified.

I should clarify that it is not actually stretched or whether fillers were added to make it feel larger; instead, so much new material is added to the story that a reader who remembers the first book thinks it isn't the same, even though it is the same book with all the missing material that was supposed to be in it in the first place.

Like there's a character in the enlarged edition who was totally removed out of the original; that character is uninteresting as a good man or a villain, and we already know he brought nothing but a detour that added no additional dimension to the novel's overall ambiance and tone. However, this is just my perspective, and others may enjoy this feature.

Now something about the features that I loved. The extended version is fantastic since it includes backstory and Easter Eggs from previous Stephen King works. If you're a fan like me, you'll see those small connections every time you read.

The personalities, the battle, and the build-up of the pandemic are all fascinating. Flagg is also in this one, and Stephen King aficionados and ardent readers are familiar with him, so I won't say anything about him for the benefit of new readers.

Another feature of these novels is that you may locate and read something new each time you read them, even if you've already read them many times.

Because I know Stephen King nearly always includes secrets and Easter Eggs in his novels that are related to his previous novels, I find myself searching things up to see if they lend context to events that occurred in earlier works.

At the author's epic narrative, you'll smirk and frown, but I'd wait till you're mature enough because things do become gory. If you enjoy this author's approach, I recommend placing this book at the top of your to-read list.


Final Thoughts:

I was going to give it ninety-five points but then I recalled how big this book was and how much effort Stephen King, the great author, put into it, so I revised it to a full hundred points. I know it doesn't matter to many readers, but it doesn't matter to me either since the author deserves all the admiration and respect for what he has accomplished; just try writing one complete page of a tale and then try to recall how many pages this book has.

Here you will discover misery, loss, and tragedy. You'll also discover togetherness and warm beer cans. It's a battle of good over evil, love versus hate. There's a lot of sex and violence in this massive work, but it's evenly divided across the pages.

I'm torn about what to advise people about which version to read because both versions were fantastic in their own right. And I believe I just supplied the solution a few lines ago, so it should be easy for both old and new readers to determine after reading that. So I'm not going to say anything further, and it's up to the readers to decide.


Synopsis:

“The tie-in edition of the nine-part CBS All Access series starring Whoopi Goldberg, Alexander Skarsgard, and James Marsden.

When a man escapes from a biological testing facility, he sets in motion a deadly domino effect, spreading a mutated strain of the flu that will wipe out 99 percent of humanity within a few weeks. The survivors who remain are scared, bewildered, and in need of a leader. Two emerge--Mother Abagail, the benevolent 108-year-old woman who urges them to build a peaceful community in Boulder, Colorado; and Randall Flagg, the nefarious "Dark Man," who delights in chaos and violence. As the dark man and the peaceful woman gather power, the survivors will have to choose between them--and ultimately decide the fate of all humanity.”


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

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The Twilight Saga: The Official Illustrated Guide Review

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The Twilight Saga: The Official Illustrated Guide

Published: 12, April 2011
Part of The Twilight Saga
Genres: Contemporary, Dating & Sex, Fantasy, Fiction, Horror, Literary, Romance, Shape Shifter, Sword & Sorcery, Teen, Vampire, Werewolf, Young Adult

Check the summary of this book here:
The Twilight Saga: The Official Illustrated Guide Summary


The Review:

Stephenie Meyer's The Twilight Saga: The Official Illustrated Guide is a spin-off encyclopedic reference book based on the Twilight Saga novel series. The Guide includes nearly a hundred full-color illustrations by illustrator Young Kim, who previously illustrated Stephenie Meyer's #1 New York Times Best Seller Twilight: The Graphic Novel, and several other artists, as well as exclusive new material about the world author created in Twilight, New Moon, Eclipse, Breaking Dawn, and The Short Second Life of Bree Tanner.

I unexpectedly enjoyed this, and I especially enjoyed the visuals and the author's interview. I liked reading about the side characters, Forks, and the whole sensation of returning to the series.

Yes, I'm sure you could get a lot of the information and data on the internet, but I liked having everything in one place.

To my surprise, this book is fairly long and substantial. The section on international book covers was particularly fantastic. (I enjoy collecting books with a variety of covers.)

This reminded me a lot of the time before the series' movies burst, and it gave me a sense of how things felt back then.

This book will clarify a lot of the topics that everyone was left wondering after reading the books; once again, it is for those readers who have been drawn deeply into the world of Twilight.

There are numerous illustrations and in-depth stories about all of the characters, not just the vampires and werewolves; it is really about all of the characters, as well as other information about various aspects of Twilight, such as the local environment and landscapes, vehicles mentioned, timelines, and key plot points from all of the books.

I find the drawings to be both pleasing and irritating: as you read the book, you form your own vision of things, which may or may not correspond to what the author intended or how some artist views things. So don't care about photographs if you want your own perspective.

It's also worth noting that this book is based on the novels rather than the films. As is customary, a lot was modified when the narrative was filmed, so don't expect this book to be related to the movies. Even the characters, as well as everything else, has a distinct appearance.

The extensive interview with Stephenie Meyer about how the narrative came to be, and how the same story was published with a variety of covers, was maybe the most fascinating aspect of this book for me.

Also enjoyable to read were the question and answer portion at the conclusion of the book, as well as the outtakes.

I can't think of anything else I disliked about this book except that I kept hoping for representations of some of the lesser characters mentioned in order to understand Stephenie Meyer's perspective on them.

To begin, I appreciate how the guidebook is split into several areas of significance. Beginning with a beautiful chat between Shannon Hale and Stephenie Meyer discussing each of the four books and the success she has had as a result of them.

The book then shifts to the Twilight Saga's main focus: vampires. Discussing the many aspects of the Twilight vampires, as well as how they compare to typical vampires from stories. I really loved portions like Vampire History and Vampire Law.

As we go through Covens, we begin to receive maps of Forks, as well as statistics and information about the Cullens.

I didn't anticipate much more to be mentioned about Rosalie or Bella since the history was covered so effectively in the Eclipse book and movie, but I was surprised by the additions that were given, such as with Bella's parents and when Jasper was teaching a newborn.

While Renesmee was just introduced in Breaking Dawn, it's good to have her included in this space as well. While the Volturi were as well-known in Twilight as the Cullens, it was interesting to discover more about the other covens.

Though it's a shame the author wasn't able to add images of what she imagined the Amazon or Egyptian vampires to look like.

We compare the actual Children of the Moon werewolves to the Twilight shape-shifting werewolves when we come to the werewolf chapter.

We have a better understanding of their relationship to the family trees offered. Illustrations of Leah and other characters as seen through the eyes of the author would have been excellent.

There's a lot of material here that I didn't know from regular literature, which I won't spoil.

The section on humans has a large number of minor characters, many of whom I have difficulties recalling from the novels due to their modest roles.

It's fantastic that the Twilight universe's timeline does not begin with the first novel, but rather with ancient Greece and the early Saga vampires and werewolves.

The key points of the novels are labeled with the chapters in which the events or statements occur. The worldwide fan art and European covers added a lot to the book's appeal.

I was hesitant at first about a certain cash cow milking endeavor, but this book is gorgeous and thorough, and it provides a lot of background information. This book should be in the library of each Twilight franchise lover.


Final Thoughts:

You should read this book if you like the Twilight series, but bear in mind that it is not a tale. It delves a little deeper into the characters and how they are related to one another, whether by blood or by relationships.

If you've ever wanted to learn a little more about a character from the novels, this will most likely satisfy your curiosity.

The author didn't simply create characters for the novels; she also gave them backstories that may or may not have been explored in the books, and this gives honor to those backstories.

This book is for Twilight lovers that adore the series, movies, and must have everything they can get their hands on.

I expected it to be a ridiculous book with a bunch of crap in it to build up some more buzz. But I was relieved that I was incorrect!

This book includes a terrific and entertaining interview with the author, as well as myths and information about vampires, werewolves, and other supernatural creatures.

Each character in the Saga is given their own history, and you'll learn some new details that you didn't know before. The artwork, the added information, and the book as a whole were all fantastic.

I must caution readers who are new to the series or have never read it before that you will be spoilt as to how it all ends unless you read them all first.

It's well worth the money, and every Twilight Saga fan should have it.


Synopsis:

“The essential guide to the #1 bestselling Twilight Saga by Stephenie Meyer!

A definitive encyclopedic reference to the Twilight Saga, providing readers with everything they need to further explore the unforgettable world Stephenie Meyer created in Twilight, New Moon, Eclipse, Breaking Dawn, and The Short Second Life of Bree Tanner. This comprehensive handbook—perfect for every Twilight Saga fan—is full-color throughout, with nearly one hundred gorgeous illustrations and photographs, character profiles, genealogical charts, maps, extensive cross-references, inspirational playlists, an in-depth conversation with author Shannon Hale, and much more.”


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

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