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Night Chills (Paperback)

by Dean Koontz (Author) "When he drove around the curve, into the small valley, Paul Annendale felt a change come over him ..." (more)
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This is a fantastic new package for this chilling tale by the international bestseller. Glenn drove the Land Rover into a stone wall at just over 100mph. Alice stuck a meat fork through her hand and pinned it to the chopping board. Brenda took off all her clothes. She did whatever she was told. They were compelled by a fear too great to be remembered, enslaved by a power no man should ever wield.

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When a strange disease escapes from a scientific lab as a result of a deadly conspiracy, the citizens of Black River are overcome by its unusual symptom, a night chill that causes them to perform unspeakable acts. Reissue. --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

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5.0 out of 5 stars My favorite Dean Koontz book, Jun 2 2004
By Erica Anderson (Minneapolis, MN) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Night Chills (Paperback)
I am not the Dean Koontz fan that I once was which was just over a decade ago. He and Stephen King were my two favorite authors in high school. I voraciously read their books like there was no tomorrow. "Night Chills" was my first Dean Koontz book that I read. I discovered it when I read in a blurb in a magazine that former Megadeth bassist Dave Ellefson was a fan of this particular book. The concept of subliminal messages and using them to brainwash an entire town fascinated me. I enjoyed reading the story of Paul Annendale and his children who takes a trip to Black River only to discover the evil deeds of Olgen Salsbury. The results was very interesting. I loved the book the first time I read it, and I still love reading the book over and over again. What was disturbing about this book was that it made me think about subliminal messages and whether it was possible or not that my own government could use subliminal messages on its own constituents. After all the US government in recent years has managed to intrude on my personal life even more so than a decade ago. "Night Chills" is a fascinating fictional take on the possibilities of subliminal messages and what happens when it is used for evil purposes. "Night Chills" is a truly a literary classic by Dean Koontz.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Written in the 70's, but still good, Mar 29 2004
By Theresa W (mi, usa) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Night Chills (Paperback)
Although this book was written in the 1970's, and during several parts it's obvious (especially when he says, "it's the 70's..."), however the book still stands up fairly well today.

I've read 95% of Koontz's books and have been a huge fan for over 10 years. I tend to enjoy his earlier works more than his later, they're all good, but the earlier books are more of a "fun" read. They're not extremely long and they're really more pure horror. I love it, definitely a guilty pleasure.

Nigh Chills is about a scientist that has discovered a way to brainwash people, to open their minds using subliminal ads and then program them to do what you'd like. The concept is chilling. The story is interesting and you're kept on the edge of your seat most of the time. And the characters are enjoyable. If you're a fan of Koontz's earlier works, you'll enjoy this.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Koontz's most darkest book..., Mar 15 2004
By Freddy Jones (Orlando, FL) - See all my reviews
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Night Chills is set in the town of Black River. A man named Oldgen Salsbury has developed very effective mind control techniques that are delivered through subliminal advertising. The people of Black River have been exposed to the advertisements for months now, and Oldgen decides that it is time to experiment on the townspeople. By uttering the phrase "I am the key", the mind is unlocked and open to suggestion. This leaves anyone in town vulnerable. The people of Black River begin to commit violent and random acts of rape and murder, and have no memory of what happened afterwards. To make things even worse, the townspeople begin to suffer from flu like symptoms that are refered to as night chills. A man named Paul Annendale has been spending his summer vacations in Black River for the last seven years with his two children Mark and Rya. Since they are now the only ones in town who were not exposed to the subliminal messages, it is up to Paul to discover the truth and put a stop to Oldgen.

Night Chills is without a doubt the darkest and most disturbing book that Koontz has ever written. The subject of subliminal advertising and mind control is a frightening one, because it could happen to anyone in real life. Koontz's description of the killings and sexual acts in this book is so realistic, that it will literally give you the creeps. Some scenes in this book disturbed me very deeply and it takes a lot to make me that upset. However, the book is so terrifying and disturbing that it is impossible to put down. You begin to become intrigued and you begin to anticipate what Oldgen will do next. That is why Night Chills is such a great book. Koontz's character development is great once again. Oldgen is one of Koontz's best villans because he is so ruthless. There is nothing he won't do. He literally uses the people of Black Rivers to carry out his sickest desires. Paul Anenndale plays the typical Koontz heroine, and is a very likeable character. Paul's two kids are also enjoyable characters as well.

Overall, Night Chills is one of Koontz's best books. While it is his darkest and most disturbing book, the suspense the story brings is intense, and the characters are all great. Koontz's realistic and frightening look at mind control and subliminal advertising will have you glued to the pages.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Fright Chills!
I am the Key. A simple sentence by one man that has devastating consequences for those who reply with the words, I am the Lock. Read more
Published on Sep 30 2003 by James N Simpson

2.0 out of 5 stars More like Night Boredom
If you plan on being bored out of your mind by a book you thought was going to be a psychological thriller, think again. Read more
Published on Aug 1 2003 by Serial_Reader

5.0 out of 5 stars Perhaps Koontz's edgiest book...
This one is not recommended for the faint of heart. Koontz doesn't hold back on telling what could happen when virtually godlike power falls into the wrong hands. Read more
Published on Feb 3 2003 by T.G.

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book!
This book deals with the interesting topic of subliminal messages. It kept me up late nights with my eyes glued to the pages. Read more
Published on Jan 6 2003 by axxerd

3.0 out of 5 stars So-So
Not one of his best efforts, the usual government paranoia and an experiment that serves as an excuse for violence and sicko sexual escapades. Read more
Published on Dec 17 2002

5.0 out of 5 stars This is SUCH a good book
I must admit, this book may not be for everybody, but out of every Koontz book I've read, this has been the best. Read more
Published on July 8 2002 by Jessica

3.0 out of 5 stars Satanic Porn
I have to agree with everyone else that the idea for this book was very original. The idea of mind control is though-provoking, but the way that Koontz brings it out is a... Read more
Published on May 31 2002

2.0 out of 5 stars Seedy
You can tell this is an earlier Koontz novel, though most of his early novels are much better streamlined. Read more
Published on April 4 2002 by Bruce Rux

5.0 out of 5 stars A reality thriller that does not fail!
I'll admit to a few slow points in the this novel, but only a few. The fact that the subliminal messaging/mind control is a reality and possibility is what starts to grip you... Read more
Published on Feb 15 2002 by demarkes

3.0 out of 5 stars Starts Out Chilly and Ends Up Luke Warm....
I can't say that I am a big Dean Koontz fan and that is simply due to the publishing of this type of mediocre, blazee, run-of-the-mill "horror" book. Read more
Published on Nov 29 2001 by Carla J. Schultz

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