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    R.Bruce Rhinelander, WI, United States 08-28-12
    R.Bruce Rhinelander, WI, United States 08-28-12
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    "Odd Marches on"
    What did you love best about Odd Apocalypse?

    This book advances the adventures of our hero seamlessly. The skewed view of the everyday world this beloved, self effacing "fry cook" never ceases to crack me up. This is wry, high entertainment.


    Who was your favorite character and why?

    Odd Thomas is always my favorite character, but the elegantly named time traveling exterminator is a strong second.


    What does David Aaron Baker bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

    I love Mr. Bakers gentle narration and he has become the voice of Odd Thomas to me. If I were to "read" the books, I would hear his voice in my head.


    Any additional comments?

    I am so delighted when a new Odd adventure appears, more so than any other fiction hero I can name. Bravo, and keep em' coming.

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    Andrew Sunnyvale, TX, United States 08-27-12
    Andrew Sunnyvale, TX, United States 08-27-12
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    "An Odd story"
    Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not?

    I have listened to all the Odd Thomas books, this one was my least favorite.


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    Welby Goodyear, AZ, United States 08-27-12
    Welby Goodyear, AZ, United States 08-27-12 Member Since 2010

    i saved a drab colored lizard who thrashed desperately in your makeshift bird bath this morning, around eight. he was beneath your notice.

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    "2nd tier"

    This wasn't the best in the Odd Thomas series. 'Odd Thomas' and 'Brother Odd' reach the "rollicking good story" level, and the others fall off to an enjoyable, but not quite as engaging 2nd tier. Still, this was better than a sharp stick in the eye, or a dull knee to the groin, or a ham fist to the gut, or an angry badger down the shorts, or a collect call from your daughter from jail, or finding out the promotion went to that jerk-wad, or getting run over by a steamroller, or being blackmailed by that treacherous little weasel, or losing your super powers, or reading through a pointlessly long sentence in a review. Maybe not that last one, but you get the idea.

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    08-27-12
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    "Not his best, but good"
    What did you love best about Odd Apocalypse?

    I was waiting for the next episode of Odd, but maybe I was too anxious. It was good, but not as good as the others.


    Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How?

    The plot dragged for a while, but ended well.


    What about David Aaron Baker???s performance did you like?

    He is able to portray Odd's humility, and humour quite effectively.


    Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

    I enjoyed the book, but Dean Koontz has done a lot better.


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    Mary Warner springs, Ca, United States 08-27-12
    Mary Warner springs, Ca, United States 08-27-12 Member Since 2011
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    "disappointing"
    What would have made Odd Apocalypse better?

    a plot


    What do you think your next listen will be?

    Iron druid series


    Would you listen to another book narrated by David Aaron Baker?

    yes


    What reaction did this book spark in you? Anger, sadness, disappointment?

    disappointment


    Any additional comments?

    last three books i read of dean koontz have been flat. Lost his touch.

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    Cheryl metairie, LA, United States 08-27-12
    Cheryl metairie, LA, United States 08-27-12 Member Since 2010
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    "100% better than last release"
    What three words best describe David Aaron Baker’s performance?

    Very smooth listening. Easy on the ear.


    Do you think Odd Apocalypse needs a follow-up book? Why or why not?

    I always look forward to a follow-up on ODD.


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    Ann Burnt River, ON, Canada 08-27-12
    Ann Burnt River, ON, Canada 08-27-12 Member Since 2011
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    "Great Listen!"
    Where does Odd Apocalypse rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

    I love Odd and all the books in the series.


    Have you listened to any of David Aaron Baker’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

    I only know David as Odd, he suits the role very well


    Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

    It was a little slow in the beginning, but difficult to put down once I was in to it.


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    Roger Matthes Biel-Benken, Switzerland 08-27-12
    Roger Matthes Biel-Benken, Switzerland 08-27-12
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    "I think, David Aaron Baker is Odd"
    Where does Odd Apocalypse rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

    Odd Apocalypse ranks very high. Even though the novelty of Odd's special situation has worn off, the endearing biographical style sometimes let's you forget that you're listening to a gruesome story of death and despair.


    Which character – as performed by David Aaron Baker – was your favorite?

    To me, David Aaron Baker is Odd. If they should ever decide to switch narrators in future books, I will probably have a hard time getting used to it.


    Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

    A little bit of crying and lots of laughing in the most inappropriate moments when Odd tells his story with his odd, unintended uniquely humorous style.


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    KimSB 08-25-12
    KimSB 08-25-12 Member Since 2006
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    "Oddly Slow and disappointing"

    I love Odd. His humor and banter was as usual....witty and fun! Dark humor is never wasted on me.The story line just not my cup of tea. Took more than 4 hours of listening to get the plot rolling. Too slow a build up....trying to catch up new readers. Took too long to point the "reader" in a definite direction. When Knootz did hit the sweet spot the pace was so quick you couldn't get "into it". I have an hour left and Im only finishing it out of, one part loyalty and one part morbid curiosity. Sorry Dean.

    Odd hours was a let down too. I think Im done with Odd...unless he returns to his roots of "seeing dead people" and gets out of the weirdness.

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    Bkrdr50 Ca, United States 08-23-12
    Bkrdr50 Ca, United States 08-23-12 Member Since 2010
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    "Good to hear from the Odd one again :)"

    The story starts a bit slow for me. I found my mind wandering as I listened. By the middle of the the book I was hooked and listened to the rest straight to the end.
    The narrator is so good, he makes Odd come alive for me. I will definitely be along for the next Odd adventure.

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