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Bantam (2013), Edition: Reprint, 512 pages
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Fantasy. Fiction. Horror. Thriller. HTML:â??Koontz gives [Odd Thomas] wit, good humor, a familiarity with the dark side of humanityâ??and moral outrage.â?ťâ??USA Today Once presided over by a Roaring â??20s Hollywood mogul, the magnificent West Coast estate known as Roseland now harbors a reclusive billionaire financier and his faithful servantsâ??and their guests: Odd Thomas, the young fry cook who sees the dead and tries to help them, and Annamaria, his inscrutably charming traveling companion. Fresh from a harrowing clash with lethal adversaries, they welcome their hostâ??s hospitality. But Oddâ??s extraordinary eye for the uncanny detects disturbing secrets that could make Roseland more hell than haven. Soon enough the house serves up a taste of its terrors, as Odd begins to unravel the darkest mystery of his curious career. What consequences await those who confront evil at its most profound? Odd only knows. â??Odd Thomas is the greatest character Dean Koontz has ever created. Heâ??s funny, humble, immensely likable, courageous, and just a joy to read about.â?ťâ??Seattle Post-Intelligencer â??[Odd Thomas is] one of the most remarkable and appealing characters in current fiction.â?ťâ??The Virginian-Pilot â??Supernatural thrills with a side o… (more)
User reviews
LibraryThing member BarbaraGriffiths
While Koontz can be very amusing, I find it very disconcerting the humor he injects into his last few books, with this one being of particular note for it. I find myself laughing or sniggering at the lines but it takes away from the story line. For me, it compares to laughing at a funeral -
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LibraryThing member glade1
I had an Odd Thomas marathon this weekend and read both this title and Deeply Odd in the course of two days. I have great affection for "Oddie" and love his unique voice, and Koontz's willingness to address spiritual issues. This one was a bit of a departure because some of the usual weird events
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were caused by science instead of the supernatural, but there was enough good versus evil and discussion of morality, mortality, and the afterlife to keep it in tune with the rest of the series. Loved it!
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LibraryThing member ctfrench
Although Odd Thomas claims to be only a fry cook, he possesses a special gift: he can see dead people. However, they are unable to communicate with him verbally which makes it hard for Odd to understand why they seek him out. In this latest installment of the Odd Thomas series, Odd and the
A very pregnant Annamaria as well as the German shepherd ghost dog Boo play tertiary roles at best in this book. As always, Annamaria enchants those she meets and speaks in riddles. Odd isn't really sure why he is with her but knows there is a reason not yet revealed to him. Adding a chilling context to the read is the statement Odd makes that his stories will not be published until after his death. Koontz excels at portraying evil characters and does not disappoint with this outing. Of interest is his introduction of NikolaTesla into the character pool and the way in which he weaves the plot around Tesla's futuristic inventions. There's plenty of nail-biting suspense and horrific creatures and characters, ensuring another exciting read from the master of storytelling.
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enigmatic Annamaria have been invited to stay in a stone tower at Roseland, an estate built in the early '20s by a wealthy man named Constantine Cloy. There, Odd encounters a spectral young woman in white with blood on her chest riding a black stallion who manages to communicate to Odd that she wants him to save her son. As Odd explores the grounds of the estate, he encounters strange time shifts and other-worldly creatures. The small staff is elusive and secretive and some do not make much of an effort to hide their hostile feelings toward Odd. Odd eventually locates the imprisoned youngster in the mansion and promises to help him escape but this proves to be a dangerous undertaking. And what Odd discovers and witnesses as he seeks to free the boy prove to be suspenseful and horrendous.A very pregnant Annamaria as well as the German shepherd ghost dog Boo play tertiary roles at best in this book. As always, Annamaria enchants those she meets and speaks in riddles. Odd isn't really sure why he is with her but knows there is a reason not yet revealed to him. Adding a chilling context to the read is the statement Odd makes that his stories will not be published until after his death. Koontz excels at portraying evil characters and does not disappoint with this outing. Of interest is his introduction of NikolaTesla into the character pool and the way in which he weaves the plot around Tesla's futuristic inventions. There's plenty of nail-biting suspense and horrific creatures and characters, ensuring another exciting read from the master of storytelling.
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LibraryThing member SonicQuack
A different approach to the Odd series sees our mostly intrepid hero heading in to his most bizarre scenario yet. Whilst it lacks the tension of Brother Odd, Apocalypse makes up for lost ground in its onion-like plot, ever unfolding until a worthy climax. Koontz's work over that last few years has
There is definitely some padding in there. Odd Thomas' frequent monologue is definitely witty, although at times it allows the tension to drift away. Easy to read and visualise, the action sequences are memorable and well choreographed. The Odd series is a clever blend of horror, humour and the supernatural and Apocalypse is a welcome addition to the series - and it doesn't stop here.
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featured repeating themes, Apocalypse adds new elements to these themes and this is the new territory for the Odd series.There is definitely some padding in there. Odd Thomas' frequent monologue is definitely witty, although at times it allows the tension to drift away. Easy to read and visualise, the action sequences are memorable and well choreographed. The Odd series is a clever blend of horror, humour and the supernatural and Apocalypse is a welcome addition to the series - and it doesn't stop here.
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LibraryThing member dd196406
Strange entry in the Odd Thomas series from Dean Koontz. He combines time travel and ghosts and psychics and strange, apocalyptic bloodthirsty creatures from the future. An interesting read, but I'm still not sure I understood it all.
LibraryThing member Aussie_Bookworm
as a big fan of Odd Thomas i felt i got in over my head with the sci-fi parts of this novel I found it confusing at parts. still a fan and still wondering who annamaria is.
LibraryThing member monica67
Finally, a new Odd Thomas story after quite a while (the Odd Interlude series was a good warm-up to this new one).
I enjoy the tone of the Odd Thomas books. Casual, as if we're having a conversation. His sarcastic remarks or odd observations at tense moments make this a fun read even when there are
Overall, I think it's the character of Odd Thomas that draws me to these stories. He's a unique character, one that you can't help empathizing with and even growing to care about. And not wanting to DIE.
A third of the way through Apocalypse, I was missing the character of Annamaria, wishing she was more a part of the story. It's not that her character is so brilliant. We actually don't know much about her, though we do learn a bit more about who she is in this story. Annamaria provides Odd with clues, encouragement, and even hope. But she's not a part of the story. Although Odd talks about her often enough that she feels like she should be, like at any point she will become more central to the story, she doesn't. When Odd wants or needs to speak with her, he goes to her room, which she never leaves. It's... odd. Perhaps Koontz will reveal more about her in the next installment. On the other hand, Nikola Tesla was an interesting addition, since we didn't know what he was for a while.
Koontz seems to explain a bit more than I remember him doing in previous Odd Thomas books. At first, there are some good reminders, but at times it feels like Odd is repeating himself.
I also noticed that there are fewer spirits in this story for Odd. Just the one, really, and a brief visit by another. It makes it feel less like an Odd Thomas story and more like an ordinary mystery. A good mystery, but there is something of the previous Odd Thomas stories that's missing.
Despite these disappointments, once Odd found the weird mechanical things, I was fascinated. The tension and action build from then on, and there are few disappointments after that. Perhaps my familiarity with Odd Thomas is what makes this story seem a little less out of the ordinary. And yet, a fascinating mystery.
In Odd's words: There is in me a darkness that, by darkness challenged, will rise up and have its way. I act in defense of the innocent, but I sometimes must wonder if I will be innocent in my own heart, or even redeemable, at the end of my strange road.
I can't help but wonder at Odd's fate myself.
I enjoy the tone of the Odd Thomas books. Casual, as if we're having a conversation. His sarcastic remarks or odd observations at tense moments make this a fun read even when there are
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mutant pig people trying to rip him apart. This lightens the otherwise ominous tone of Odd's struggle with the darkness he must use to accomplish his missions. I don't care for the repeated references to his short life span. It's as if Koontz is preparing us for his coming demise. I hate to think of it, yet it feels inevitable.Overall, I think it's the character of Odd Thomas that draws me to these stories. He's a unique character, one that you can't help empathizing with and even growing to care about. And not wanting to DIE.
A third of the way through Apocalypse, I was missing the character of Annamaria, wishing she was more a part of the story. It's not that her character is so brilliant. We actually don't know much about her, though we do learn a bit more about who she is in this story. Annamaria provides Odd with clues, encouragement, and even hope. But she's not a part of the story. Although Odd talks about her often enough that she feels like she should be, like at any point she will become more central to the story, she doesn't. When Odd wants or needs to speak with her, he goes to her room, which she never leaves. It's... odd. Perhaps Koontz will reveal more about her in the next installment. On the other hand, Nikola Tesla was an interesting addition, since we didn't know what he was for a while.
Koontz seems to explain a bit more than I remember him doing in previous Odd Thomas books. At first, there are some good reminders, but at times it feels like Odd is repeating himself.
I also noticed that there are fewer spirits in this story for Odd. Just the one, really, and a brief visit by another. It makes it feel less like an Odd Thomas story and more like an ordinary mystery. A good mystery, but there is something of the previous Odd Thomas stories that's missing.
Despite these disappointments, once Odd found the weird mechanical things, I was fascinated. The tension and action build from then on, and there are few disappointments after that. Perhaps my familiarity with Odd Thomas is what makes this story seem a little less out of the ordinary. And yet, a fascinating mystery.
In Odd's words: There is in me a darkness that, by darkness challenged, will rise up and have its way. I act in defense of the innocent, but I sometimes must wonder if I will be innocent in my own heart, or even redeemable, at the end of my strange road.
I can't help but wonder at Odd's fate myself.
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LibraryThing member sweetchuckie
Like Harry Potter, the Odd books are getting darker and darker AND like Stephen King, the books are starting to become more sci-fi/fantasy. I enjoyed Oddy, but I don't like this turn that Koontz is making in the books. It's just too out there!
LibraryThing member strangespecimen
There are some aspects of Odd Apocalypse that I really love, namely the humor, and others which bother me in a way I can't quite put into words. Odd is still a character who I deeply enjoy but the settings he finds himself in are becoming more bizarre than I feel is necessary. While this book is
So, while part of me really enjoyed the eccentric characters and the crazy plot, at the end of it I really just feel kind of "meh" about the whole thing.
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fairly quick-paced and with no shortage of things to ponder, it still lacks something — something I can't put my finger on. This is a really good standalone book, but I think one of the problems I have is that this story feels out of place to me; it does not quote flow with the overall story and I feel like it has overreached in some way.So, while part of me really enjoyed the eccentric characters and the crazy plot, at the end of it I really just feel kind of "meh" about the whole thing.
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LibraryThing member .Monkey.
This book was similar to the last one, in terms of how Koontz has let loose with any pretense of reality from the series. I think I enjoyed reading this one more, though. In trying to determine why that was, the only thing I can come up with is either I'm more "accustomed" to the lack of realism
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after the shock of the changes in the previous title, or else in making those changes his writing slipped a little and now he has found his pace again in this new world of Odd's. In any case, I did like it, but not nearly so much as the first three, and I'm not in any rush to go find the next one that my library does not have. Show Less
LibraryThing member MashaK99
I was undecided between 4 and 5 stars on this one. I was going to take off a star for inconclusive ending and a few minor things that are beginning to bug me about Dean Koontz, but then I'd have to add it back for a very suspenseful plot and memorable characters. So... back to 5 stars. Unlike most
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people, I liked the previous installment a lot, and this one continues kind of in the same vein. Odd is once again a darker character, and he uses guns in a way I haven't expected from him. Admittedly, spending time in Odd's head, we know he's not entirely comfortable with these new character developments. The ending gets surprisingly tear-jerkey, and considering the character's history, I found this turn welcome rather than manipulative. This is a book sure to invite discussion and more speculation as to what's to come. Show Less
LibraryThing member bgknighton
A good entry, but Odd's wandering doesn't have a direction. He is picking up a family of strays that could prove to be interesting.
LibraryThing member Barb_H
I love Odd Thomas and this was a good story from another season of his life. I deducted 1 star because the beginning was extra long-winded, even for a Dean Koontz book, and confusing and slow. The 2nd half of the book really picked up the pace though and I became enthralled. I hope some day we get
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LibraryThing member revslick
If you're familiar with Koontz's Odd Thomas series then you've already got this one on your to-read list. If you're not familiar, then skip this review and pick up the first book. You won't be disappointed unless of course you don't like snark, good mysteries, suspense, and a dash of spooky fun.
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Odd Apocalypse is probably the oddest in the series. The story jumps immediately into action with little setup, and even less scenery. This is what happens when Dean Koontz is channelling Dali or Koontz was pitched a story line by Clive Barker and decided to run with it. Odd still has fabulous snarky one-liners, fast-paced thrills, and spooky encounters so the story is not a total wash just be forewarned that Odd Apocalyps is not up to the standard of the others in the series. Show Less
LibraryThing member littleton_pace
What the heck was that?
Never has a book made me feel so stupid. I felt like the entire thing went over my head. I'm an avid reader and I consider myself above average intelligence and I could not follow this thing for the life of me.
My issue is I went purely off the title. I adore apocalypse
First of all, Odd is the of the lead character. His name is Odd Thomas. I think he's a twenty-something guy who can see and talk to the dead. I don't know, and I don't care. He's insufferable and pretentious. This is a novel where farts are cliffhangers to chapter ends and swear words have been removed in lieu of telling the reader to "imagine the worst kind of swear word" or "[expletive deleted]".
I just have no real idea what happened. Scary house, Odd is there with some pregnant woman who we're told repeatedly is plain as plain could be. She's so plain, and so not pretty, yet she manages to get people to do things for her which is a complete mystery to the men in the novel. They ruminate repeatedly, every time they speak of her, that "she is SO PLAIN! How does she get me to do these things?". So if she was attractive you'd have no problems? I found it hard not to be offended by it. They are so shocked that they want to do help this plain, nothing of a woman.
I don't know how it ended, something happened and Odd wound up in a capsule that he refers to as an egg. Ugh, it's horrendous and stupid and I will never read this author again. Avoid!
Never has a book made me feel so stupid. I felt like the entire thing went over my head. I'm an avid reader and I consider myself above average intelligence and I could not follow this thing for the life of me.
My issue is I went purely off the title. I adore apocalypse
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scenarios, and I thought reading about an "Odd Apocalypse" would be right up my alley. WRONG!First of all, Odd is the of the lead character. His name is Odd Thomas. I think he's a twenty-something guy who can see and talk to the dead. I don't know, and I don't care. He's insufferable and pretentious. This is a novel where farts are cliffhangers to chapter ends and swear words have been removed in lieu of telling the reader to "imagine the worst kind of swear word" or "[expletive deleted]".
I just have no real idea what happened. Scary house, Odd is there with some pregnant woman who we're told repeatedly is plain as plain could be. She's so plain, and so not pretty, yet she manages to get people to do things for her which is a complete mystery to the men in the novel. They ruminate repeatedly, every time they speak of her, that "she is SO PLAIN! How does she get me to do these things?". So if she was attractive you'd have no problems? I found it hard not to be offended by it. They are so shocked that they want to do help this plain, nothing of a woman.
I don't know how it ended, something happened and Odd wound up in a capsule that he refers to as an egg. Ugh, it's horrendous and stupid and I will never read this author again. Avoid!
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LibraryThing member jpporter
I have, so far, enjoyed Dean Koontz's Odd Thomas series. I am a bit disappointed, however, in Odd Apocalypse, his latest offering in the set.
I get the distinct feeling Koontz hurried things a bit in getting this one out. First, although he makes an effort to maintain the feel of the preceding four
Second, the plot is derived undeniably from 77 Shadow Street, which was not an Odd Thomas novel. There even seem to be references to the future drawn directly from 77 Shadow Street (i.e., e.g., nano-creatures).
Third: the character of Annamaria is just extra baggage being dragged about, in part, it seems, just as something to fill up a few pages and to help the story line along. In this sense, she's become a contrivance. And while she was genuinely an intriguing character in Odd Hours, she seems much less interesting - and very, very, annoying - here (a feeling that is even more evident if you've read the Kindle release, Odd Interlude).
POSSIBLE SPOILER The Annamaria problem is only exacerbated by the addition of more baggage by the end of this book. Maybe Koontz should call this the "Odd Bunch for Lunch Club."
A very disappointing effort by Koontz, who should maybe slow down a bit and start developing his stories a little better.
I get the distinct feeling Koontz hurried things a bit in getting this one out. First, although he makes an effort to maintain the feel of the preceding four
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novels, nothing feels quite well-developed here - Koontz seems to be paying lip service to the character he had thus far made so unique.Second, the plot is derived undeniably from 77 Shadow Street, which was not an Odd Thomas novel. There even seem to be references to the future drawn directly from 77 Shadow Street (i.e., e.g., nano-creatures).
Third: the character of Annamaria is just extra baggage being dragged about, in part, it seems, just as something to fill up a few pages and to help the story line along. In this sense, she's become a contrivance. And while she was genuinely an intriguing character in Odd Hours, she seems much less interesting - and very, very, annoying - here (a feeling that is even more evident if you've read the Kindle release, Odd Interlude).
POSSIBLE SPOILER The Annamaria problem is only exacerbated by the addition of more baggage by the end of this book. Maybe Koontz should call this the "Odd Bunch for Lunch Club."
A very disappointing effort by Koontz, who should maybe slow down a bit and start developing his stories a little better.
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LibraryThing member VincentDarlage
This was one of those books where I kept turning the pages not because it was a great page-turner, but because it always verged on the point of being great, but never quite achieved it. It was the same from beginning to end. Very little was explained, and none of the things I needed explained were
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explained. It was unsatisfactory in that respect. The first three Odd Thomas books were wonderful. This second trilogy is frustrating. Show Less
LibraryThing member Edward.Lorn
How apt. I finished Odd Apocalypse on the day the world was supposed to end. I'm glad we didn't all suffer some horrible fate though, because if this book had been the last piece of literature I'd read, I'd have been pissed.
This book... what can I say. Almost nothing. Unfortunately all the stuff I
This one is only slightly better than Brother Odd. I had a really hard time finishing this one. There are no likable characters, no fun interactions, in fact the one new character I did kind of like disappears halfway through the book never to be mentioned again.
Annamarie (Annamaria, whichever, as I can't be bothered to even remember her name) is barely in this one, so that was a big plus. I can't stand her character. Loathe her, actually. There is absolutely no reason for her vagueness. She's not mysterious. She's frakkin' annoying. Now, if we found out the meanings to her riddles at the end of every book, sure, I could see them serving a purpose, but we don't. Sorry if you consider that a spoiler.
I loved Odd Interlude #1, 2 and 3. There was a freshness and urgency to Odd's side quest. I'm pretty sure Dean Koontz doesn't read these reviews, but I would ask him to stop putting Odd in situations where he has to meander about for a hundred pages before getting back to the action.
As with Brother Odd, when the action does strike in Odd Apocalypse, it's banal and short. I read another review of this book where the reviewer said he though Dean was running out of ideas. I disagree, but only slightly. I believe that Mr. Koontz has a notebook full of ideas for stories and he is simply delving into it, adding Odd Thomas as the main character and pressing forward.
Oh, and the second half of the book is a lecture on Nikola Tesla. That's not a spoiler. That's just depressingly boring, given that I knew about everything mentioned. If you don't know who Tesla is, look him up, as his life was fascinating, but it doesn't work here because Odd takes on the role of Professor Thomas, and Professor Thomas drones on and on excessively. Professor Thomas literally sits down at a computer and researches Tesla. I felt as if I were reading a person's account of a wikipedia page. Sorry, Professor Thomas, I fell asleep in class. Twice. This book was better than a pack of Quaaludes down with a gallon of Nyquil.
I am still looking forward to Deeply Odd (Coming in March 2013) because, so far, I have liked more books in the series than I have not.
I give Odd Apocalypse three stars because, while it is boring, it's still better than Brother Odd, which I gave two stars simply for the fact that I was able to finish it.
Until next time,
E.
This book... what can I say. Almost nothing. Unfortunately all the stuff I
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disliked, if mentioned, would be spoilers. Sigh... Still, I have to say something.This one is only slightly better than Brother Odd. I had a really hard time finishing this one. There are no likable characters, no fun interactions, in fact the one new character I did kind of like disappears halfway through the book never to be mentioned again.
Annamarie (Annamaria, whichever, as I can't be bothered to even remember her name) is barely in this one, so that was a big plus. I can't stand her character. Loathe her, actually. There is absolutely no reason for her vagueness. She's not mysterious. She's frakkin' annoying. Now, if we found out the meanings to her riddles at the end of every book, sure, I could see them serving a purpose, but we don't. Sorry if you consider that a spoiler.
I loved Odd Interlude #1, 2 and 3. There was a freshness and urgency to Odd's side quest. I'm pretty sure Dean Koontz doesn't read these reviews, but I would ask him to stop putting Odd in situations where he has to meander about for a hundred pages before getting back to the action.
As with Brother Odd, when the action does strike in Odd Apocalypse, it's banal and short. I read another review of this book where the reviewer said he though Dean was running out of ideas. I disagree, but only slightly. I believe that Mr. Koontz has a notebook full of ideas for stories and he is simply delving into it, adding Odd Thomas as the main character and pressing forward.
Oh, and the second half of the book is a lecture on Nikola Tesla. That's not a spoiler. That's just depressingly boring, given that I knew about everything mentioned. If you don't know who Tesla is, look him up, as his life was fascinating, but it doesn't work here because Odd takes on the role of Professor Thomas, and Professor Thomas drones on and on excessively. Professor Thomas literally sits down at a computer and researches Tesla. I felt as if I were reading a person's account of a wikipedia page. Sorry, Professor Thomas, I fell asleep in class. Twice. This book was better than a pack of Quaaludes down with a gallon of Nyquil.
I am still looking forward to Deeply Odd (Coming in March 2013) because, so far, I have liked more books in the series than I have not.
I give Odd Apocalypse three stars because, while it is boring, it's still better than Brother Odd, which I gave two stars simply for the fact that I was able to finish it.
Until next time,
E.
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LibraryThing member KR_Patterson
I love Odd. And I really wanted to love this book. I still liked his character, except maybe he had a little too much righteous indignation for my tastes in this book. And the story, while imaginative, was confusing.
LibraryThing member ChristineEllei
Odd’s new friend Annamaria has used her unusual charm to convince the current and reclusive owner of Roseland to allow them an extended stay in the guest-house of his estate. Despite its name there is nary a rose to be found, but there are numerous goings on that can only be described as thorny.
Personally, I have found Mr. Koontz (one of my long time favourite authors) to be a bit “hit and miss” lately (I really hated 77 Shadow Street) so I was a little apprehensive about picking up the Odd Thomas instalment. I enjoy Odd because he is quirky and, well, odd. As I started reading I could feel myself beginning to cringe as I turned each page because it seemed Odd’s self-deprecating wit and sarcasm had been lost. But I didn’t give up and sure enough, in a perilous scene Odd did a very Odd-like thing and with that I chuckled and we were off to the races. Mr. Koontz had found Odd’s voice again. A definite “should-read” for Odd Thomas fans.
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Of course with Odd’s ability to see ghosts, the action in this book begins with a ghostly horse and rider. But that is only the tip of the iceberg … throw in some unusual beings, some suspicious architecture, strange inhabitants with even stranger habits, a little science and a bit of history and you have a really good Odd Thomas Book.Personally, I have found Mr. Koontz (one of my long time favourite authors) to be a bit “hit and miss” lately (I really hated 77 Shadow Street) so I was a little apprehensive about picking up the Odd Thomas instalment. I enjoy Odd because he is quirky and, well, odd. As I started reading I could feel myself beginning to cringe as I turned each page because it seemed Odd’s self-deprecating wit and sarcasm had been lost. But I didn’t give up and sure enough, in a perilous scene Odd did a very Odd-like thing and with that I chuckled and we were off to the races. Mr. Koontz had found Odd’s voice again. A definite “should-read” for Odd Thomas fans.
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LibraryThing member quiBee
Although I've enjoyed this series, this book didn't appeal as much. There were a couple too many unlikely, extremely timely rescues.
Annamaria, Odd's very mysterious companion, was only there as a way of introducing Odd into a place that would otherwise have been totally inaccessible.
Roselands, an
Annamaria, Odd's very mysterious companion, was only there as a way of introducing Odd into a place that would otherwise have been totally inaccessible.
Roselands, an
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estate that is inhabited by very weird people and dominated by the master of the house, is examined bit by bit and its secrets revealed to a still naive, innocent Odd. Show Less
LibraryThing member MaureenCean
This was very hard for me to rate, 2.5 is probably better. I love the way Koontz writes and uses language, but this just had too much stuff in it. It was like he used a random generator to develop the plot. I think it went something like this: Odd walks into the barn. What should he find? Press the
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button on the randomness generator. Answer is....mutant pigs. And yet I will probably finish the series.... Show Less
LibraryThing member buffalogr
This book was a little hard to follow--don't know why, it just didn't gel in my mind. The writing was good and colorful and Odd Thomas is a fine character with fun experiences. The weirdos just did not connect. I think that the book might be part Steven King and part time traveler. Oh well, maybe
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LibraryThing member kewaynco
Typical Koontz and Odd Thomas fare. Nothing spectacular. Too many "clever" asides by Odd (one of the reasons I could never finish the Frankenstein series was the awful light-hearted chatter between the two heros). Caricaturish bad guys. I am not sure why I keep reading his books, except I get
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hooked and want to find out how the hero of the plot gets out of trouble. That plus the fact I love Koontz's gift for assembling words into word pictures. Show Less
LibraryThing member Carol420
This series started out odd and just got odder. I really liked the others in the series but this one just didn't do it for me. Three stars because I liked it for what it was and who wrote it.
Awards
Audie Award (Finalist — Thriller/Suspense — 2013)
Language
Original language
English
Original publication date
2012-07-31
Physical description
512 p.; 4.25 inches
ISBN
0553593099 / 9780553593099