You need to sign in or sign up before continuing.
Scan barcode
cbrunner11's review against another edition
3.0
Now that I have read the whole series I have to say this is my least favorite Odd Thomas book. This one was a little more grounded when the issue Odd is destine to prevent is not caused by a supernatural being but a group similar to a militia. All of these books live up to the title and have been very odd. But I was missing the heavy supernatural presence that was in the previous ones. The dead were not as prevalent in this book as in the others and I missed that.
This book was forgettable for me. I would listen for quite some time at work and not pay attention to anything that was going on and then find myself lost. I had to re-listen to parts just to get caught up. I enjoyed it because the end was entertaining and I was finally draw into the story more in the last several chapters. Had those chapters not been there I don't think I would have liked this book at all.
I have read both the Odd series and Koontz's Frankenstein series. Where the Frankenstein series became worse and worse as the book continued I enjoyed all of the Odd books in their own way. They were not spectacular, but if Koontz ever decides to write another of this series I will gladly read it.
This book was forgettable for me. I would listen for quite some time at work and not pay attention to anything that was going on and then find myself lost. I had to re-listen to parts just to get caught up. I enjoyed it because the end was entertaining and I was finally draw into the story more in the last several chapters. Had those chapters not been there I don't think I would have liked this book at all.
I have read both the Odd series and Koontz's Frankenstein series. Where the Frankenstein series became worse and worse as the book continued I enjoyed all of the Odd books in their own way. They were not spectacular, but if Koontz ever decides to write another of this series I will gladly read it.
bookishmarie's review against another edition
3.0
Of the many characters Dean Koontz has created, Odd Thomas is probably my favorite. In some odd way, he is the least idealized of Koontz's heroes and the most well-rounded - keeping in mind that this IS Dean Koontz we're talking about here. This is not my favorite of Odd's outings and it is possible that wse're running out of fuel for the Odd Thomas bus and it may be time for Odd to finally join Stormy. However, it is a perfectly enjoyable Odd Thomas outing with Odd's charming banter and while Elvis has finally left the building, we are joined by another dearly departed singer and several other oddball and endearing characters. It won't blow you away, but you'll enjoy the trip.
natasiaob's review against another edition
3.0
This book was just generally not as good as its predecessors. It was oddly vague about the relationships between some characters, and the plot wasn’t as exciting, or perhaps it felt more contrived. I may try another one in this series because I know so many fans, but if it doesn’t get better that will likely be it for me.
typotenuse's review against another edition
4.25
I’m so glad these always manage to pull me in
TL; DR: Odd Hours ratchets up the stakes and the action, all while driving the story of Odd forward where it gets more and more engaging. Koontz is mastering his craft.
As per usual, my reviews of intermediate sequels tend to be shorter and more concise, but the astounding levels of character growth and plot growth are wonderful. I’m feeling more strongly connected to the story and all of its developments than I have before. It’s a great experience and I’m glad it’s going so well along the way.
Characters: New characters, old character/s, all of them come together remarkably well. This may also play host to the weakest part of the book too, unfortunately. While I loved all of the characters (probably due to my devotion to this series at this point) there were a lot of great ones that Koontz teased me with and I never got enough time to fully appreciate. It’s just a little disappointing and I hope he expands on different people or that they return.
Setting: Magic Beach is an incredible backdrop, though somehow, more like books prior to Brother Odd, I feel it wasn’t utilized as well as it could have been. The atmosphere is exceptional, the fog, church, every other place. It’s great, but it could be better.
Story: Awesome, no spoilers, but the thriller part really came through here.
Writing: My favorite part. The growth and development of Odd is amazing; I loved being forced to sit through his decisions and trials, with all the new pieces and parts that are appearing, it worked out so wonderfully. The potential storyline evolving through this is also something I’m itching to see come to fruition
This is good, Brother Odd is still the superior book by a long shot, but this is still great. Odd Interlude next and I’m ready to go.
4.3 🌟
TL; DR: Odd Hours ratchets up the stakes and the action, all while driving the story of Odd forward where it gets more and more engaging. Koontz is mastering his craft.
As per usual, my reviews of intermediate sequels tend to be shorter and more concise, but the astounding levels of character growth and plot growth are wonderful. I’m feeling more strongly connected to the story and all of its developments than I have before. It’s a great experience and I’m glad it’s going so well along the way.
Characters: New characters, old character/s, all of them come together remarkably well. This may also play host to the weakest part of the book too, unfortunately. While I loved all of the characters (probably due to my devotion to this series at this point) there were a lot of great ones that Koontz teased me with and I never got enough time to fully appreciate. It’s just a little disappointing and I hope he expands on different people or that they return.
Setting: Magic Beach is an incredible backdrop, though somehow, more like books prior to Brother Odd, I feel it wasn’t utilized as well as it could have been. The atmosphere is exceptional, the fog, church, every other place. It’s great, but it could be better.
Story: Awesome, no spoilers, but the thriller part really came through here.
Writing: My favorite part. The growth and development of Odd is amazing; I loved being forced to sit through his decisions and trials, with all the new pieces and parts that are appearing, it worked out so wonderfully. The potential storyline evolving through this is also something I’m itching to see come to fruition
This is good, Brother Odd is still the superior book by a long shot, but this is still great. Odd Interlude next and I’m ready to go.
4.3 🌟
deblbrice's review against another edition
3.0
I like the character of Odd Thomas, but not this story. Hope the next ones are better.
scottschluter's review against another edition
4.0
Such an easy read. Hooks you in and carries you to the end.
that_bee's review against another edition
3.0
Not my favorite of the Odd books, but ok. I think the first two were my favorites.
kiwikathleen's review against another edition
4.0
I read the first three Odd Thomas books some while ago and thought it time to read the next. I do like them - a lovely mixture of ghosts, and good vs. evil, and humour.
And Koontz has a very nice turn of phrase. Here's a delightful paragrah on love (pg.88):
And Koontz has a very nice turn of phrase. Here's a delightful paragrah on love (pg.88):
No one can genuinely love the world, which is too large to love entire. To love all the world at once is pretense or dangerour self-delusion. Loving the owrld is like loving the idea of love, which is perilous because, feeling virtuous about this grand affeciton, you are freed from the struggles and the duties that come with loving people as individuals, with loving one place - home - above all others.
book_reader_of_buxton's review against another edition
3.0
Well, this was my least favorite of the Odd books. Still entertaining and Odd is his usual self, but somehow different from the first three. Maybe this is the end of the Odds.
sdramsey's review against another edition
4.0
A good friend has been telling me for years that I should read Koontz's "Odd Thomas" books. It's not that I've been reluctant to do so; more than I just didn't ever seem to think of them at the right time. So when one popped up in the list of audiobooks from my local library, I gave it a click. Sure, I jumped into the series a few books in, but that's not unusual for me.
In short, I shouldn't have waited so long. I really enjoyed the character(s), the story, AND the level of writing. I'll definitely be looking for more "Odd" books, and if the library had had another one available, I'd be listening to it now. If you think you'd like a mix of unusual and memorable characters, ghosts, suspense, and top-notch writing, you should enjoy this book immensely.
In short, I shouldn't have waited so long. I really enjoyed the character(s), the story, AND the level of writing. I'll definitely be looking for more "Odd" books, and if the library had had another one available, I'd be listening to it now. If you think you'd like a mix of unusual and memorable characters, ghosts, suspense, and top-notch writing, you should enjoy this book immensely.