When a pair of renowned psychologists are brutally murdered, psychologist Laura McCaffrey is called to assist on the case. There she learns that one of the victims was her estranged ex-husband Dylan, who had kidnapped their daughter six years earlier and left her in an autistic state — until now. As police investigate his death, they discover a hidden laboratory where he conducted experiments blending science with occultism, and Laura must confront the terrifying truth behind what happened to her child.
Dean Ray Koontz is an American author best known for his novels which could be described broadly as suspense thrillers. He also frequently incorporates elements of horror, science fiction, mystery, and satire. A number of his books have appeared on the New York Times Bestseller List, with ten hardcovers and fourteen paperbacks reaching the number one slot. Early in his career, Koontz wrote under an array of pen names.<sup>[1][1]</sup>
[1]: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dean_Koontz