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Rarely has a character been so instantly embraced by readers as Koontz's unlikely hero, Odd Thomas, the wise and gentle fry cook, who just happens to see dead people. It is just as rare for a narrator to so perfectly capture the essence of a character that it is hard to imagine anyone else giving him voice, but such is the case with Baker. In this third adventure, Odd has left his hometown and taken up residence in a monastery high in the Sierras. Surrounded by loving but eccentric brothers and sisters, Odd hopes to rest and recover from the horrific events of the last two books. But after he discovers the body of one of the monastery brothers, Odd finds himself going up against a supernatural force that threatens the lives of everyone who lives within the monastery walls. Baker beautifully interprets the first-person narration. Like Odd himself, Baker's delivery is mellow and low key, perfectly fitting Odd's calm, self-possessed point of view. Suspenseful, funny and heartbreakingly sweet, this is a fine, enjoyable production.
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The third adventure of Odd Thomas, the boy (well, he's 21, but still . . .) who sees ghosts, has a lighter feel to it than the gruelingly suspenseful Forever Odd(2005) and the funny and moving Odd Thomas (2003). It's reminiscent of a sunny monster-movie sequel--say, Son of Frankenstein--in which stock characters do their shtick with a wink and a nod: "Dontcha just love us?" In this case, yes, we do. Odd has retreated to a monastery in the Sierra Nevadas that permanently hosts a billionaire physicist in an underground lab. The mogul has given his entire fortune to support the monastery and attached convent in their work of housing and educating severely damaged children, the most interesting of which is now a 25-year-old artistic savant. As the story opens, bodachs--animated shadows that gather in anticipation of lethal violence, which only Odd among the living sees--are invading the children's quarters. Can Odd mitigate the coming cataclysm? Of course he can, despite the arrival of murderous bone creatures and grim Death itself, for the monks include quite a contingent of reformed martial sinners, most memorably Brother Knuckles, formerly of the New Jersey Mob, and another guest, a mysterious Russian librarian from Indianapolis, who is more and different than Odd thinks he is. Koontz salts Odd's narration with some wonderful zingers at the expense of cultural degeneracy and political folly. A darned good time should be had by all readers. Ray Olson
Copyright © American Library Association. All rights reserved --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.
Copyright © American Library Association. All rights reserved --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.
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Oddworld,
By Grim (Selkirk, Manitoba Canada) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Brother Odd (Hardcover)
In the latest Odd Thomas adventure, we find our protagonist where he left off from the last book, at a monestary seeking solice. It is shortlived, however, when Odd starts seeing Bodachs increasing in number salivating form the inevetability of a good ol massacre. This time, Odd faces a new kind of enemy. I won't say what but it's really interesting and very original. Brother Odd isn't as fast paced as the first or as profound as the second but it's just as witty and finds it's niche quite nicely. If your a fan of the series, you'll definately enjoy this book.
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This review is from: Brother Odd (Mass Market Paperback)
I was introduced to Odd Thomas through this novel and after reading it I had to go back and read the beginning 2 Odd Thomas novels.If you love a good mystery with a hint of comedy and plenty of drama you will enjoy this book. Koontz brings back some of the old favorite characters and introduces you to his regular batch of misfits and irregular personalities. I was compelled from beginning to end. A great book for Odd fans. A good book for anyone who enjoys a mystical dram-ady. Visit my other reviews for more Koontz hits and misses.
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When's the next book!!!,
By Dawn Thibodeau "OddOne" (Moncton) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Brother Odd (Hardcover)
Have been facinated with the odd series, since I read a snip it of Odd Thomas in a Maxum Magazine. I had to have it. Have been waiting since August for the release of Brother Odd. Pre-ordered as soon as I could, and recieved in Friday Dec. 1 at 4pm. Finished the book at 12:00pm. Couldn't put it down. Now I wait for the next one!!!!
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