Monday, June 30, 2008
Sole Survivor

This weekend when I finished Dean Koontz books "Sole Survivor" I was sad because it was over. I had such an interest in the developments of the characters in this story. There was such growth and so many intertwined stranger connections that once the story was finished I continued thinking what could happen in their future.

Unlike many of Koontz's books this particular one was less of a thriller and more of a thinker, so to speak. There was never a doubt something scientific was happening throughout the story even though it isn't until the latter half when this is confirmed.

The deaths were murders even though all sources were saying suicide. Each victim did indeed die at their own hands, but they did not die of their own choice. You would have to read it to really understand.

For those of you, like myself, who know with certainty that there are spirits among us then you will be intrigued by this book. But it's also important to know there are human beings among us who have "spiritual-esque" qualities (for lack of a better word.)

This story discusses religion, but not in a bible thumping way. The main character, Joe Carpenter, does not believe in God. His wife and daughters were killed in a plane crash on their way home to him. His life ended then too, but his body carried on in spite of his broken spirit.

Things take a turn when he meets a woman, Rose, who claims to have survived the plane crash which incinerated all the passengers aboard. Rose walked away from the scene with a child, Nina, who matches the description of Joe's daughter Nina who was on board.

While it turns out not to be the same Nina, there is indeed a strong connection. And Rose did indeed survive this tragedy as she claims.

But will Joe, Rose and Nina survive the real killers? Read. Believe. See if you are strong enough to survive.

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    Monday, June 18, 2007
    By the Light of the Moon

    Leisurely reading or not, Dean Koontz is one of my favorite authors. When I read anything written by him it absolutely captivates me. Yes, he tends to write about sometimes disturbing topics, but he is such a brilliant man and the things he comes up with fascinate me. The way in which he writes is so vivid and real. I love it.

    So yesterday I finished his book "By the Light of the Moon."
    It was my favorite one yet, I think I say that after each of his books though.

    There were several important characters, but the top three are Dylan O'Connor, Sheppard O'Connor and Jillian Jackson. The O'Connors are brothers, Dylan is the oldest and he takes care of his brothers as both of their parents are dead. Shep has severe autism and Koontz wrote his character superbly. Jillian is a comedian who was in the wrong place at the wrong time, but the three of them end up being united forever during the their terrifying ordeal. All of this involves nanotechnology which I knew nothing about until I read this book and it is VERY interesting.

    **Spoiler Alert**

    Dr. Proctor is an insane man who is too smart for his own good. He has studied nanotechnology in such a "mad scientist" way that he feels he can create a whole new generation of people. He injects Dylan, Shep and Jillian with an unknown substance he refers to as "stuff." Their lives are changed forever, not just because his enemies are now after them to kill them and destroy evidence of the "stuff" but also because the substance has them experiencing very strange symptoms. They all begin to have premonitions and callings which they cannot deny even if it means risking their lives. Shep is able to fold through a dimension and appear in another place of the world within seconds. For a person which severe autism it is very difficult for him and his friends to explain to him what is happening. Especially since they are not sure what is happening either. All they know if that they are racing around the country saving and helping strangers in need.

    This book was just awesome. And even with all the tense moments, Koontz still always manages to make me laugh. The connections between characters are written very well. And I love the witty banter of their dialogue during certain scenes. Excellent, just excellent!

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