Only a handful of fictional characters are recognized by first name alone. Dean Koontz's Odd Thomas is one such literary hero who has come alive in listeners' imaginations as he explores the greatest mysteries of this world and the next with his inimitable wit, heart, and quiet gallantry.

Now Koontz follows Odd as he is irresistibly drawn onward, to a destiny he cannot imagine. The legend began in the obscure little town of Pico Mundo. A fry cook named Odd was rumored to have the extraordinary ability to communicate with the dead. Through tragedy and triumph, exhilaration and heartbreak, word of Odd Thomas' gifts filtered far beyond Pico Mundo, attracting unforgettable new friends - and enemies of implacable evil. With great gifts comes the responsibility to meet great challenges. But no mere human being was ever meant to face the darkness that now stalks the world - not even one as oddly special as Odd Thomas.

After grappling with the very essence of reality itself, after finding the veil separating him from his soul mate, Stormy Llewellyn, tantalizingly thin yet impenetrable, Odd longed only to return to a life of quiet anonymity with his two otherworldly sidekicks - his dog, Boo, and a new companion, one of the few who might rival his old pal Elvis. But a true hero, however humble, must persevere.

Haunted by dreams of an all-encompassing red tide, Odd is pulled inexorably to the sea, to a small California coastal town where nothing is as it seems. Now the forces arrayed against him have both official sanction and an infinitely more sinister authority...and in this dark night of the soul, dawn will come only after the most shattering revelations of all.

©2008 Dean Koontz; 2008 Brilliance Audio

Reader Reviews

Chris

(2/5)

Nov 21, 2024

This book was an absolute train wreck. Having been a fan of and read all 3 previous Odd Thomas novels, I was very disappointed with this book. This novel could have been condensed to about 200 pages. There was way too much "filler information". I became frustrated when the plot would drag, and then as it seemed to be moving along, it would go off track once again. Maybe this was Koontz's intended style, but I found it too much and annoying.I don't need a biography on Sinatra or a Wikipedia artic...

Myr

I was excited to see that Koontz had written another Odd Thomas book - I like the character, and I find his paranormal abilities fascinating. But this was by far my least favorite of the OT books. While this one has an interesting premise (Odd is drawn to the small coastal town of Magic Beach, CA by apocalyptic nightmares), I found the execution very lacking. Again, Koontz really needs to cut down on "witty" dialogue. It just isn't as clever or endearing as he thinks it is. Increasingly, I find

Amber J

(4/5)

I try to express only my most honest opinion in a spoiler-free way. Unfortunately, there is still always a risk of slight spoilers despite my best efforts. If you feel something in my review is a spoiler please let me know. Thank you.Another great book in the series. Like the others I found this one to be funny and Odd to be charming. I found this one scarier than the last two but maybe not as much as the first. The really scary thing to me is my wonder of how possible such a scenario is. I'm no...

John McDermott

(3/5)

Enjoyable but more of a supernatural thriller than a horror. Odd Thomas is an engaging hero and despite the violence, this is at times a warm hearted, almost cosy book which was a little strange at first. An entertaining, easy read.

Angela Oliver

Another Koontx book that feels rather like he typed it up on the weekend, glanced over it once and thought "she'll be right". Like the previous Odd books, this contains some clever language and some rather entertaining non-cliches in Odd's thoughts. This is probably its saving grace. But, also like other Koontz novels, this contains bad guys with poorly explained motives, a pretty weak plot and despite what the "Observer" review says on the back, does NOT contain a "terrific final twist" or if i...

Alissa Patrick

(1/5)

This book was such shit. Worst one of the series. I hope the next one is better. Ugh.

Michelle

I'm so annoyed with myself for abandoning this series for so long as I was enjoying it and its been tough to get back into the swing of things. I didnt enjoy the book as much as I should have because I couldnt really remember what had happened previously.I also felt that this book was full of fillers. Not a lot happened and what did felt dragged out. I'm pretty sure the first few books in the series weren't like this. Anyway I feel I'm getting back into this now so I shall jump straight into Odd...

Melodie

Odd Thomas and his current ghostly companion,Frank Sinatra take on the latest baddies. This time though, the end game has global implications. I enjoyed this installment as much or maybe even a little more than the previous ones. Odd Thomas and his unique life view has become a favorite of mine. I can forgive if the plot line drags a bit here and there. And yes, the pace is a bit rushed.(The whole book takes place over twenty four hours). But I love the pithy grace under extreme pressure. And

BLynne

I enjoyed the fourth installment of this series. Odd finds himself helping a woman named Annamarie while trying to save the town of Magic Beach. There were a few twist in this book and I enjoyed the read. Odd is one of my favorite characters in books.

Bob

Occasionally great writers, like Dean Koontz, find a niche, which fits them so well that they rise above their already lofty status to produce works, which define them. Dean Koontz has done this with his Odd Thomas series. Like Stephen King with his Dark Tower Books, Koontz accomplishes this feat – in my opinion – with his incredible understanding of the lead character and his world.In, Odd Hours, Koontz explores two of America’s biggest internal threats – greed and extreme idealism – and pits h...

Amber

(5/5)

Odd Thomas is back in a brand new action-packed adventure. When he ends up on the coastal town of Magic Bay with his ghost dog Boo and ghost travelling companion the singer Frank Sinatra, Odd Thomas decided to work for silent film star Hutch. It is only when his psychic magnetism attracts him to a young woman Annamaria who is in danger of being killed by bad guys who plan to destroy the world. Can Odd save her and the world? Read on and find out for yourself.This was a great installment of the O...

Lori Whitwam

Three stars may be the fewest I'd ever give a Dean Koontz book. 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. This installment in the Odd Thomas saga, though, fell a bit short of the mark. There are wonderful passages - Koontz has an amazing gift for description that is never cliche or vague. But this is one of the books in which the entire story takes place in just one day. I don't care

Emma

Reviewers have a mixed opinion about Koontz’s work, or feel his work is inconsistent- I wouldn’t know as I’ve only read his Odd Thomas series. It’s brilliant. I love him as a character. In this one, the story line didn’t much appeal but the book was still funny and entertaining because of Odd. Recommended series.

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