Reporter Holly Thorne is intrigued by Jim Ironheart, who has saved 12 lives in the past three months. Holly wants to know what kind of power drives him, why terrifying visions of a churning windmill haunt his dreams, and just what he means when he whispers in his sleep that an enemy who will kill everyone is coming.
“A master storyteller, sometimes humorous, sometimes shocking, but always riveting. His characters sparkle with life. And his fast-paced plots are wonderfully fiendish, taking unexpected twists and turns.” —The San Diego Union-Tribune
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"Reporter Holly Thorne is intrigued by Jim Ironheart, who has saved 12 lives in the past three months. Holly wants to know what kind of power drives him, why terrifying visions of a churning windmill haunt his dreams, and just what he means when he whispers in his sleep that an enemy who will kill everyone is coming. a oeA master storyteller, sometimes humorous, sometimes shocking, but always riveting. His characters sparkle with life. And his fast-paced plots are wonderfully fiendish, taking unexpected twists and turns.a - The San Diego Union-Tribune"
— Al (4 out of 5 stars)
" Started out great, but the entire second half just went in the same circle and formed a rut. Disappointing, and I love Koontz. "
— July, 2/2/2014" One of the few books I've read that actually creeped me out a little. The two main characters point of views blend very well, and the complexity made it seem like three books in one. "
— Bill, 1/26/2014" Good book and ending finally "
— Gary, 1/25/2014" I love Dean Koontz. Had a hard time getting into ot finishing this book. "
— Janet, 1/24/2014" Aw...my very first Dean Koontz book ever! "
— Shannon, 1/15/2014" Being a psychic kid/life-saving here isn't as easy as one might think. "
— Aaron, 1/8/2014" not very interesting. my mind kept wandering while reading. "
— Jennifer, 1/8/2014" I loved it! It was very deep and mysterious, with just enough clues that it wasn't mystifying. A beautiful message of hope at the end, no stones left unturned. Another Koontz masterpiece. "
— Mercedis, 1/8/2014" Good book. Once they went back to the windmill, you could kind of guess what was actually going on. "
— Todd, 12/15/2013" Aliens used to block out childhood trauma. "
— Kjirsten, 11/10/2013" This is a brilliant story. A man who saves lives pulled by an unknown force to when and where to be before disaster strikes. What makes his targets so special, who is guiding this modern day super-hero? The answers lie at his childhood home... "
— Trailblazingjack, 11/1/2013" I started reading it but I wasn't so into it that I couldn't put it down, so I don't know how it ends or what the "power" was that drove him. "
— Kimberly, 10/18/2013" At beginning book was very interesting. Especially secret powers and they origin. Unfortunately in second part everything change to worse and worse. I expected from Koontz better ending "
— Nexik, 10/8/2013" Another of Dean Koontz's best! Really enjoyed the love story here, and the Superman theme. If you love heroes, you'll love this book! "
— Naching, 9/3/2013" I was expecting a typical Dean Koontz thriller, but was a little let down at his attempt to do something different. Cold Fire wasn't what I thought it was, and while I respect that Koontz wanted to change things up, I really just wanted a regular thriller without the psychological twist. "
— Michelle, 7/1/2013" This was not one of my favorites. There is quite a formulaic approach to many of his books and this is one of them. The boy girl tag team romance is getting really old. This one also smacked of Stephen King which Koontz in my opinion never does. He is still one of my favorite authors. "
— Cyanemi, 4/19/2013" I enjoyed the book as it covers croos platorm genres, sci-fi, thriller, paranormal and romance. The first half of the book was amazing and I couldn't put it down the second half I did not enjoy as much, which is why I have only given it 3 stars. All in all an enjoyable read. "
— Tracy, 10/25/2012" my first Koontz book, read on the suggestion of a crack head, surprisingly good! (the book, not the crack head) "
— Eliza, 9/13/2012" I have enjoyed many books from Dean Koontz, both in paper form and audio, but this one just didn't hold my attention. It's very rare for me, but I stopped reading about 3/4 of the way through and returned the book to the library. I just wasn't interested in the ending at all. "
— Bill, 9/5/2012" Gets kind of boring in the third act. "
— carl, 6/20/2012" First Koontz book I read ... I've been hooked since. "
— Jason, 6/6/2012" I don't really remember much about this book, but I do remember that I was disappointed at the end of the book at the whole mystery. "
— Sa'id, 10/7/2011" I really enjoyed the start of this book, with its intriguing premise and pacy writing style. It built up some complicated and hard to resolve ideas around destiny, psychic ability etc. I wasn't particularly taken with the ending/resolution. I'd give it 2.5 stars if that were an option :-) "
— Matt, 9/26/2011" Enjoyed the book. Interesting characters. I have read his books from the beginning. His early books were great, but he got even better with each book. "
— Lisa, 9/9/2011" Book was an interesting to the middle but boring in the end. "
— Takedown, 8/10/2011" A couple decent twists, a few incorrect Psychological principles that sort of cancelled each other out "
— Becky, 6/29/2011" I remember reading this book over and over again when I was younger. There is something about it that just pulls me in. I'm not a huge fan of most of Koontz's work, but this one is definitely an exception. "
— Monika, 5/9/2011" I really like Dean Koontz. I have yet to find a book I don't like of his. This one, as usual, was excellent. "
— MsKayle, 5/6/2011" I enjoyed the beginning portion of the book more than the ending. THe portions about the man's life saving missions were dynamic and quick. I slogged a bit with the psychology and backstory of a troubled superhero. Overall, I enjoyed the book. I may read another from this author at some point. "
— Travis, 4/21/2011" Maybe 2.5 stars from the actual book, but an additional 1.5 stars simply for the performance of masterful narrators Michael Hanson and Carol Cowan. "
— Christopher, 3/29/2011" I've heard some people mock this book's ending. Personally, I like it just fine- but part of me is still 10 years old and wants to be a superhero, so... go figure. <br/> "
— Bob, 3/27/2011" I love Dean Koontz. Had a hard time getting into ot finishing this book. "
— Janet, 2/4/2011" Book was an interesting to the middle but boring in the end. "
— Takedown, 1/26/2011" I'm kinda likin' Dean Koontz. His books, this one included, are creative, fun, and a bit creepy. <br/>I enjoyed reading this book. It was a nice escape. "
— James, 1/14/2011" intense, terrifying, terriffic as always with Dean Koontz "
— Kathy, 1/11/2011" Started strong and had great promise, but the resolution of the mystery was faily week. "
— Brian, 1/9/2011" Junk food reading. It kept me entertained enough to finish to the end but I wouldn't spend too much thinking about the little details. Just enjoy it for what it is...junk food reading, mindless and fun. "
— Katilo, 12/14/2010Dean Koontz is the author of many #1 New York Times bestsellers, including suspense thrillers and books for young readers. His books are published in thirty-eight languages, and his worldwide sales top 500 million copies. Several of his books have also been adapted into feature films and television miniseries. He has been hailed by Rolling Stone magazine as “America’s most popular suspense novelist.” For more information, visit his website at www.deankoontz.com.
Dean Koontz is the author of many New York Times bestsellers, including suspense thrillers and books for young readers. His books are published in thirty-six languages, and his worldwide sales top 450 million copies. Several of his books have also been adapted into feature films and television miniseries.
Dean Koontz is the author of many New York Times bestsellers, including suspense thrillers and books for young readers. His books are published in thirty-six languages, and his worldwide sales top 450 million copies. Several of his books have also been adapted into feature films and television miniseries.