He usually has a fascinating, eclectic cast of supporting characters, but they were weaker than usual in this book. I don't care for this because it necessitates painfully long segments in which Odd's every thought and step, every tiny nuance of what he sees, hears, smells, or wonders must be explored.Īlso, Odd is away from Pico Mundo, and even from the monastery where he spent the last book, because he is frequently "called" somewhere to prevent an unknown atrocity. But this is one of the books in which the entire story takes place in just one day. There are wonderful passages - Koontz has an amazing gift for description that is never cliche or vague. This installment in the Odd Thomas saga, though, fell a bit short of the mark. Koontz fans (of which I am one) love Odd Thomas and his unpredictable supernatural abilities, troubled but simple life, and drive to do good in the world. Three stars may be the fewest I'd ever give a Dean Koontz book.
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