Brother Odd by Dean Koontz

Synopsis

This is the third of the ‘Odd Thomas’ novels from the prolific writer, Dean Koontz.  Odd is looking for a peaceful time and takes some time out in a monastery in the High Sierra. It is winter time and the abbey is besieged by a snow storm. A white dog named Boo befriends him along with the ghost of Elvis. Meanwhile a world-famous and reclusive physicist is conducting experiments in his catacomb laboratories at the abbey. Could this be why Odd can once again see bodachs, shadowy harbingers of death and violence? They prowl the halls, suggesting terror to come. But what form will it take? And how will Odd defeat and try to prevent what is about to come?

Review

This was the first Dean Koontz book I have read, and I was quickly impressed how well it flowed in a manner that meant I dint really want to put it down. 

I did not know that it was actually the third book in a series when I picked it up, but I can gladly say that this book stands up very well to being read on its own.

The underlying theme to the story isn’t a new one, mad professor, remote cut off lab and murder is not a new one but Koontz handles it very well, the characters are well rounded and believable and the whole book suits its first person style, with Odd Thomas providing the narrative in a manner that helps you feel the story as it unfolds around him.

In short I found this book a really enjoyable easy read. 

Rating

I give this book 8.5 out of 10, an enjoyable read that will probably mean I will read more of Dean Koontz