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The "scary and stylish" (Los Angeles Times) novel from the #1 New York Times bestselling author.
A call in the middle of the night summoned psychiatrist Laura McCaffrey out into the rain-swept streets of Los Angeles. The police had found her husband—beaten to death. But what of her daughter, Melanie, whom he had kidnapped six years earlier? At the brutal murder scene, the police lead Laura into her husband's makeshift lab—and open the door to a rising tide of terror that has trapped Melanie in its midst. . . .
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"Dean Koontz is the most gripping and horrifying author ever. It is as though, the reader, as the victim is thrust into the moment, into a scene with a ghastly wind and a terrifying fathom of sorts. A fantastic read that l would recommend to those who love suspense and gruesome plots."
— Rue (5 out of 5 stars)
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“Lyrical writing and compelling characters...Koontz stands alone.
— Associated Press -
In every industry there exist ‘artists’ that are not only unforgettable, but know their craft better than the rest. Dean Koontz...is among these artisans.
— Suspense Magazine -
First-rate suspense, scary and stylish.
— Los Angeles Times -
“Dean Koontz is a prose stylist whose lyricism heightens malevolence and tension. [He creates] characters of unusual richness and depth.
— The Seattle Times -
“Tumbling, hallucinogenic prose....‘Serious’ writers...might do well to examine his technique.
— The New York Times Book Review -
“[Koontz] has always had near-Dickensian powers of description, and an ability to yank us from one page to the next that few novelists can match.
— Los Angeles Times -
“Perhaps more than any other author, Koontz writes fiction perfectly suited to the mood of America...novels that acknowledge the reality and tenacity of evil but also the power of good...[and that] entertain vastly as they uplift.
— Publishers Weekly
The Door to December Listener Reviews
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" As I say in all my Koontz reviews ... well worth reading so long as you don't mind a quick wrap-up of the ending. "
— Shelly, 2/17/2014 -
" Where are you when you are standing next to the doorway to Heaven? Here. "
— Diane, 2/5/2014 -
" I loved this book! I was surprised that I hadn't read it since it was published back in 1985 and I've read quite a few of Mr. Koontz's books. It was a bit predictable but I still thought the story was intriguing, compelling and horrible all wrapped together. Classic Koontz! "
— Kristina, 2/1/2014 -
" This was my first Dean Koontz book, I had high hopes for it. This book started out well but soon became predictable and at around page 230 I started skimming right through the rest of it. Very boring. I will try more by this author though. "
— BeamMeUpScotty, 1/30/2014 -
" I used to love dean koontz as a novelist, he can build suspense brilliantly. But I always find that's his endings fall flat, they nearly always disappoint me. "
— Samantha, 1/30/2014 -
" My favorite Koontz book ever "
— Angela, 1/19/2014 -
" one of the scariest books i have ever read, it kept me up at night "
— Jennifer, 1/17/2014 -
" Not my favorite read. I thought it was predictable and left you hanging. I only finished it because I bought the book, but it was a struggle to finish. "
— Kristina, 1/14/2014 -
" Suspenseful, intriguing and loads of action. The only reason this is not stars is because I wanted more. "
— Tanya, 1/2/2014 -
" Smooth, entertaining & captivating read as other Dean Koontz "
— Vic, 12/15/2013 -
" I enjoyed this book a lot as well. The way the charaters interact, and the detail of the strange things happening to them. The detail was great, and the plot good. "
— Jenni, 12/12/2013 -
" First Dean Koontz book I read and hooked me on him. "
— Tara, 12/9/2013 -
" Dean Koontz has always been hit and miss with me. This was one that was a hit. The characters were likable, and the premise was enough to keep me reading until it came to a conclusion. If you are a Koontz fan, this is one of his better efforts; not to be missed. "
— Charity, 11/18/2013 -
" Typical Koontz, about a young girl who had been missing for years and had been subject to pscological torture with the aim of cultivating supernatural powers. "
— David, 11/9/2013 -
" This book started out okay and then it just didn't really go anywhere at least for me it just stayed at the same pace. It was pretty boring for me. It didn't really impress me at all. "
— Jill, 11/5/2013 -
" Not my favorite of his. Really predictable. "
— John, 11/3/2013 -
" This is the first Dean Koontz book I have read. A real page turner. "
— Dian, 10/31/2013 -
" You can predict the story once you finish part 1 "
— John, 10/28/2013 -
" Not one of his better books although the synopsis sounded like the book was going to be awesome. It lacks depth I guess "
— Helene, 10/21/2013 -
" It was a good story but kind of dragged. "
— Kris, 10/20/2013 -
" this time I read it, I decided it was really a little too long...he could have told the same story with a lot less words. even though I lowered my original rating, I still enjoyed the story. "
— Kirby, 10/16/2013 -
" I have read many Dean Koontz books and this is my FAVORITE!!! "
— Kel, 8/30/2013 -
" Some of this was unnecesarily creepy, but the ending was moving, especially to a mother. "
— Kathleen, 8/27/2013 -
" This is my favorite Dean Koontz book. I loved this one!! "
— Wraikith, 5/24/2013 -
" the author dragggggged this story way too long.....too many minute things mentioned instead of just getting to the point. "
— Cece, 4/14/2013 -
" One of my favorite books of his! "
— Tanya, 10/22/2012 -
" An odd book. I've read a few of his books, they aren't my favorite.. but are definitley something different. At the time I read this, I was into strange psycological paranormalish books. If you like that type... this books for you! "
— Rachele, 10/10/2012 -
" very good liked everybit of this book :) "
— Virginia, 2/29/2012 -
" The fascinating premise of this book carried me about 3/4 of the way through without much objection to the C grade prose and style. The last quarter of the book was disappointing to say the least. "
— Danielle, 1/15/2012 -
" An intersting suspense thriller which kept your attention. Especially loved the way Koontz leaves you hanging at the end of each chapter, wanting to go onto the next. But the story line seemed to parallel "Firestarter" by King. "
— Kyle, 12/29/2011 -
" I wish there was a 2.5 star option. This book was so intriguing, the end got a little weird, but all in all, I liked it. "
— Joe, 12/26/2011 -
" GOOD READ. I DIDN'T LIKE ENDING IT NEEDED A MORE CLIMACTIC ENDING. I WOULD LIKE TO HAVE KNOWN IF THE CHILD HAD ANYMORE SPELLS DID SHE MAKE IT? "
— Tritra, 10/9/2011 -
" Great book. Full of suspense and keeps you guessing until the end. Very cool. Loved it! "
— Becky, 10/6/2011 -
" Great read, grabs you and won't let go. "
— Miguel, 10/5/2011 -
" This was the very first Koontz book I ever read. I love it, so much so that I have read it more than once. I also have recommended this book on numerous occassion. "
— Charlene, 6/28/2011 -
" More than any other novel, I sort of developed my writing style and tone from this book. Good romantic scenes mixed with sci-fi and suspense. I liked it enough to maybe give it 4.5 stars. Still, most readers won't like it as much as I do. "
— Steven, 6/24/2011 -
" FANTASTIC! This is my Favorite book from Dean Koontz. It's a page-turner from beginning to end! LOVE LOVE LOVE it! =) "
— Angela, 6/22/2011 -
" This is a MUST read!!!!! One of my favorites that I re-read a lot!!! "
— Jessica, 6/19/2011 -
" A little creepy but it all worked out in the end. "
— Nicole, 5/11/2011 -
" The first Dean Koontz book I ever read. It was good enough for me to want to read more by Dean Koontz. A girl forced in a chamber that takes away all senses and forced to think about impossible scenario that teach her to separate her mind from her body. "
— Jake, 5/6/2011 -
" I loved loved this book!! amaizing! "
— Melissa, 5/3/2011 -
" This will certainly readers chills! <br/>This is an excellent book, and Koontz does a great job at bringing the characters to life and helping us understanding them and their motivation. <br/> "
— Brittany, 4/30/2011 -
" This was by far my favorite Dean Koontz book so far!!! A must read for suspense/thriller. :-) "
— Laurie, 4/26/2011 -
" Koontz republishing a book he wrote under an earlier pen name, should have left well enough alone. "
— Steven, 4/26/2011 -
" This is one of my top favorite book. I can read it over and over. <br/> <br/>~ML~ "
— Angela, 4/14/2011 -
" One of the best Koontz books I have ever read! Loved ever minute of it, and really had trouble putting it down. "
— Dawn, 3/24/2011 -
" took too long to get to the gist of the story. too much unnecessary backstory & details muddied it. could have been 50-100 pgs shorter. figured out who the perpetrator was long before the characters did. but still a good, compelling thriller. "
— Tamara, 3/12/2011 -
" Another one of Koontz masterpieces. Kept me on the edge of my seat. A must read. "
— Kari, 3/8/2011 -
" I liked it...up till the end....then it just got weird....but i still recomend it for a thriller book...don't remeber sleeping much while reading it though ;) "
— Chris, 3/5/2011 -
" This is one of my favorite Koontz books. Amazing. "
— Kimberly, 2/24/2011 -
" I was really liking this book in the beginning, then it got really weird. What a shame because I usually like Dean Koontz....... "
— Laura, 2/23/2011 -
" very good liked everybit of this book :) "
— Virginia, 2/16/2011
About Dean Koontz
Dean 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.
About George Guidall
George Guidall, winner of more than eighty AudioFile Earphones Awards, has won three of the prestigious Audie Award for Excellence in Audiobook Narration. In 2014 the Audio Publishers Association presented him with the Special Achievement Award for lifetime achievement/ During his thirty-year recording career he has recorded over 1,700 audiobooks, won multiple awards, been a mentor to many narrators, and shown by example the potential of fine storytelling. His forty-year acting career includes starring roles on Broadway, an Obie Award for best performance off Broadway, and frequent television appearances.