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Even if you've never read a novel by Dean Koontz, chances are good you've heard of him. As one of the most prominent authors in the world, his books have been published in 38 languages and regularly top the New York Times' bestseller list. And if you think Dean Koontz writes horror or science fiction books, trust us, he doesn't. Suspenseful, yes. Provocative, absolutely. All blood and gore? No way.
So what kind of a writer is he?
More than anything, Koontz is all about creating unforgettable characters. He writes smart thrillers with thoughtful underlying themes. And the three Odd Thomas books are no exception. In addition to being a fan favorite, Odd is an author favorite, too. In fact, before creating Odd Thomas, Koontz had never written three books focusing on the same character. But as Koontz says, "I find Oddie's innocence refreshing and his humility endearing. I cannot turn away from his story." So what is his story? And what is it about Odd Thomas that makes him so ... oddly compelling?
Odd is a short-order cook from a small California town. And, well there is something that makes him a little bit different: He can see the lingering dead; they come to him for justice. He didn't ask for this ability, but he can't ignore it either. And as the unofficial ambassador between our world and theirs, he feels a duty to do the right thing.
Far from a superhero or a hotshot detective with swaggering bravado, Odd just wants to fit in. It's a little bit harder when you're Odd. And it's this push-and-pull between normal and extraordinary that makes Odd Thomas so fascinating and utterly relatable.
Brother Odd takes Odd Thomas to St. Bartholomew's Abbey, a haven for abandoned children and the eccentric monks and nuns who care for them. Here he hopes to find a little solitude in which to rest and recover. (From what, we can't say—we wouldn't want to give anything away.) But trouble has a way of finding Odd. And this time it's in the form of an enemy who eclipses any he has yet encountered.
By the way, it's okay if you haven't read the first two Odd Thomas books. They each stand on their own, so go ahead and jump into Brother Odd. We're guessing that you'll want to go back and see what came before. In fact, we predict you'll find yourself entering serious fan territory after previewing Brother Odd. Want to know more about Oddie? Visit OddThomas.tv. If you're looking for more info about Koontz and all his previous books, check out DeanKoontz.com to read his reader-posed Q&A; hear his podcast, where he shares stories about the writing life, his Odd Thomas character, his Hollywood experiences and more; and meet Trixie Koontz (his dog).
