Advantages: Fast moving plot, excellent all the way through. Disadvantages: None
Firstly, I have to say that if you like horror/thriller books then read on because this is one book you won't want to miss! Secondly, if you have never read a Koontz book before then this would be an ideal read - it'll show you his writing style at its best, and you'll be left wanting to read his other books!
I have read quite a few Koontz books over the years and actually prefer his writing style to that of Stephen King. Why? For the simple reason ... ...I find myself totally absorbed by the plot - I cannot put his books down! Stephen King is more well known, especially as a lot of his books have been made into films, but this does not make his books more enjoyable. They are enjoyable in a different way - I like reading them so I can compare them to the films, I like reading them because they have a good solid plot, but I do find that one of Stephen King's downfalls is his overuse of description ...
Deenie 24.07.2001
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Advantages: Brilliant fast and creeping story Disadvantages: Sudden end
This is the first Koontz book I ever read and it lead to an obsession with his books that has lasted 13 years and one that I fully expect to last for as long as he keeps publishing.
The story grabs the readers attention immediately, 2 short, brief screams and a young deputy , bored and lonely on the nightshift, suddenly discovering he is no longer alone and bored.
The story switches to Doctor Jenny Paige and her young sister Lisa arriving in the ... ...usually quiet town appears dead. Further investigation leads to the discovery that the entire population is dead, from no visible means and in some cases no means of entry. They eventually make contact with the outside world and the sheriffs department and various experts gather in the now quarantined town to discover the mystery of the sudden deaths.
More deaths follow and a theory is discovered that the killer is an ancient and deadly enemy that ...
EmmaJay101 02.11.2005
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Phantoms is the pinnacle of Koontz' horror writing. A woman and her younger sister arrive home at the small town where they live, up in the mountains, and find that everyone has vanished. From that creepy starting point, Koontz brilliantly up the suspense and the terror right through to a massive and very satisfying climax.
I love Phantoms for many reasons. It moves along at a pace that keeps you in suspense but doesn't leave you frustrated. Introducing ... ...tingling, espescially if you are having a late night reading session on your own.
Koontz has had some hgih points in his career and some very low, but no matter if you've been elated or disappointed in the past, give Phantoms a chance and you will not be disappointed! ...
awaykitcom 08.11.2007
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