Dean Koontz

Dean R. Koontz is the author of many #1 New York Times bestsellers. He lives in Southern California with his wife, Gerda, their golden retriever, Anna, and the enduring spirit of their golden, Trixie.

Books Authored

Image of After Death
Author(s):
Dean Koontz
Genre(s):
Science Fiction & Fantasy, Suspense, Supernatural, Adventure

After Death

August 4, 2023
Reviewed by: 
Mark Everett Stone

“Koontz is a true wordsmith, no doubt about that, crafting beautiful imagery that takes the reader on a wild ride through his prolific imagination.”

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Image of The House at the End of the World
Author(s):
Dean Koontz
Genre(s):
Science Fiction & Fantasy, Dystopian, Suspense, Adventure

The House at the End of the World

February 26, 2023
Reviewed by: 
Mark Everett Stone

“while Koontz generally spins a good yarn, this one is not good enough to keep turning the pages.”

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Image of The Night Window: A Jane Hawk Novel
Author(s):
Dean Koontz
Genre(s):
Adventure, Psychological Thriller, Mystery & Thriller

The Night Window: A Jane Hawk Novel

May 15, 2019
Reviewed by: 
Nancy Carty Lepri

Book five and the final installment of The Jane Hawk series is a must-read for lovers of espionage and conspiracy theories.

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Image of The Forbidden Door: A Jane Hawk Novel
Author(s):
Dean Koontz
Genre(s):
Mystery, Psychological Thriller

The Forbidden Door: A Jane Hawk Novel

October 8, 2018
Reviewed by: 
Nancy Carty Lepri

Jane Hawk, one of the brightest former FBI agents, is now a much-sought-after fugitive.

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Image of The Crooked Staircase: A Jane Hawk Novel
Author(s):
Dean Koontz
Genre(s):
Mystery, Psychological Thriller

The Crooked Staircase: A Jane Hawk Novel

May 7, 2018
Reviewed by: 
D. E. Johnson

How does one review a book with no ending?

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Image of The City: A Novel
Author(s):
Dean Koontz
Genre(s):
Fiction

The City: A Novel

June 30, 2014
Reviewed by: 
John M. Wills

“The City is many things: serious, light-hearted, nostalgic, courageous, scary, and mysterious.

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Image of Innocence: A Novel
Author(s):
Dean Koontz
Genre(s):
Paranormal, Horror

Innocence

November 24, 2013
Reviewed by: 
Nancy Carty Lepri

“Mystery and terror, the paranormal and romance—all combine to make Innocence a challenging and emotional experience.”

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Image of Frankenstein: The Dead Town
Author(s):
Dean Koontz
Genre(s):
Mystery & Thriller

Frankenstein: The Dead Town (Frankenstein, 5)

July 23, 2011
Reviewed by: 
Ron Fortier

“Mr. Koontz is truly a master tale spinner and in Frankenstein: The Dead Town he is at his best. And that’s saying a lot!”

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Image of Frankenstein: Lost Souls: A Novel
Author(s):
Dean Koontz
Genre(s):
Supernatural, Horror, Suspense

Frankenstein: Lost Souls: A Novel

May 18, 2011
Reviewed by: 
Ron Fortier

“Mr. Koontz’ most audacious pulp novel to date. It is a bold, raucous narrative that moves at lightning speed.”

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Image of Odd Hours
Author(s):
Dean Koontz
Genre(s):
Mystery & Thriller

Odd Hours

October 1, 2010
Reviewed by: 
Ron Fortier

 Odd Hours is Koontz’s fourth thriller starring his psychic hero, Odd Thomas.  He was to be named Todd, but a misprint on his birth certificate left him with a unique name to match his uniqu

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