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Available
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Publication
Bantam (2013), Edition: Reprint, 304 pages
Description
Nestled on a lonely stretch along the Pacific coast, quaint roadside outpost Harmony Corner offers everything a weary traveler needs. But when Odd Thomas and company stop to spend the night, they discover that there's more to this secluded haven than meets the eye.
User reviews
LibraryThing member Jilliancamp
I love the Odd Thomas books. These three novellas make a compelling story. I can't wait to read another installment of the Odd Thomas story. I hope to reconnect with Jolie and Ed in a future Odd Thomas or Dean Koontz book.
LibraryThing member ScribbleScribe
It seems to be made up of an amalgum of elements of other stories by Koontz.
LibraryThing member keenchris
Odd Interlude: A Special Odd Thomas Adventure by Dean Koontz
I'm not sure what I think of this book, it is spooky, hypnotic, mesmerizing, surprising, creepy, funny and weird. The plot is simple: Odd, Annamaria and the dogs (Raphael & Boo the ghostdog) arrive in Harmony Corners, something extremely
The beauty of this short tale is in the writing. Koontz weaves the story like he's creating a tapestry of words. I read huge pieces of it aloud to anyone that would stand still and listen! Not much development of characters but that's fine, there is enough swashbuckling action and fantastical out of this world 'stuff' to keep Odd fans happy until the next novel hits the shelves. 3 stars
I'm not sure what I think of this book, it is spooky, hypnotic, mesmerizing, surprising, creepy, funny and weird. The plot is simple: Odd, Annamaria and the dogs (Raphael & Boo the ghostdog) arrive in Harmony Corners, something extremely
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strange is going on, Odd gets to the bottom of it and saves the day. The beauty of this short tale is in the writing. Koontz weaves the story like he's creating a tapestry of words. I read huge pieces of it aloud to anyone that would stand still and listen! Not much development of characters but that's fine, there is enough swashbuckling action and fantastical out of this world 'stuff' to keep Odd fans happy until the next novel hits the shelves. 3 stars
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LibraryThing member bgknighton
Poor Odd, there is apparently nothing normal on Earth. Everywhere he goes he finds evil. This is a localized one, not easily taken care of, but he finds some interesting possible future helpers and friends. Ed opens endless possibilities by himself.....
LibraryThing member revslick
Yet another Odd Thomas adventure, well, actually novella. Odd Thomas has just enough snark and self deprecation to be a brilliant, slacker, supernatural hero. Bonus: this one includes a dash of Lovecraft.
LibraryThing member KamGeb
The best thing is the plot of the book. It just keeps moving and I found myself really wondering what would happen next.
LibraryThing member VincentDarlage
A very enjoyable adventure!
LibraryThing member glade1
Read this one over the weekend and enjoyed it very much. I always like Odd Thomas's approach to the world. This book was originally published in electronic format and was just a little filler story in between two of the larger Odd Thomas novels. It is different from the other books in a couple of
One difference in this story is that it briefly includes narrative by another character, Jolie Harmony, who is another fun and refreshing voice. Also, this story deals more with science fiction issues than the supernatural.
One troubling aspect is the apparently superfluous Annamaria. She and Odd are traveling together (from one novel to the next) and they are drawn to Harmony Corner. Then Annamaria apparently just hangs out in her cabin while Odd goes off to fight evil. Why is Annamaria not threatened? Why doesn't she help out? Why can't Odd use the car they have rather than stealing someone else's?
My guess is that, if you've sought out this book, you're probably already a fan of young Mr. Thomas and may be willing to forgive Mr. Koontz the few flaws in this story. Mostly, this is a typical entertaining Oddie adventure!
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ways and it is not quite as well crafted, but I enjoyed it nonetheless.One difference in this story is that it briefly includes narrative by another character, Jolie Harmony, who is another fun and refreshing voice. Also, this story deals more with science fiction issues than the supernatural.
One troubling aspect is the apparently superfluous Annamaria. She and Odd are traveling together (from one novel to the next) and they are drawn to Harmony Corner. Then Annamaria apparently just hangs out in her cabin while Odd goes off to fight evil. Why is Annamaria not threatened? Why doesn't she help out? Why can't Odd use the car they have rather than stealing someone else's?
My guess is that, if you've sought out this book, you're probably already a fan of young Mr. Thomas and may be willing to forgive Mr. Koontz the few flaws in this story. Mostly, this is a typical entertaining Oddie adventure!
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LibraryThing member buffalogr
Fifth book in the series, which I'm reading after the smash conclusion. So, this is background. Our hero, fry cook extraordinaire, was last seen fighting some queerish monster when I put down the book and went to do something else with my time. i did enjoy Boo, the ghostly dog. The witty repartee
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with the goul was also quite entertaining. But, alas, overall boooring with a plot that was hard to follow.,,why are we here, again? Show Less
LibraryThing member amuskopf
Cool book. Good addition to Odd's story.
LibraryThing member sami7
Koontz is always entertaining. The lesser stakes makes this even more of a light read compared to the previous save the world/cities. Always filled with interesting characters.
Language
Original language
English
Physical description
304 p.; 4.21 inches
ISBN
0345536592 / 9780345536594