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Odd Apocalypse

An Odd Thomas Novel
Pages
512
Published
2012
Language
English

Synopsis

A billionaire's estate turns out to be a deadly trap controlled by ancient, malevolent machinery — this is Dean Koontz's signature blend of supernatural horror and suspense rather than straight thriller territory; the 'oddity' (Odd Thomas himself) navigating a literal hellscape beneath the surface justifies paranormal/suspense over what might otherwise read as pure crime. The tone is tense and dark throughout but grounded in Odd's wry, fatalistic humor, so dark-humor fits alongside the darker moods.

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About the author

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Dean Koontz

Dean Ray Koontz (born July 9, 1945, in Everett, Pennsylvania) is an American author of suspense and thriller fiction that frequently blends horror, science fiction, mystery, and dark comedy. He has published more than 100 novels, several of which have reached number one on the New York Times bestseller list in both hardcover and paperback. Early in his career he wrote under a number of pseudonyms before publishing under his own name; his 1980 novel "Whispers" is often cited as his breakthrough....

Characters

Odd ThomasProtagonist
AnnamariaSupporting
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