Odd Apocalypse

An Odd Thomas Novel, Book 5

By: Dean Koontz

Narrated by: David Aaron Baker

Length: 10 hrs and 45 mins

Publisher's summary

Audie Award Nominee, Best Thriller/Suspense Category, 2013

Once presided over by a flamboyant Hollywood mogul during the Roaring ’20s, the magnificent West Coast property known as Roseland is now home to a reclusive billionaire financier and his faithful servants. And, for the moment, it’s also a port in the storm for Odd Thomas and his traveling companion, the inscrutably charming Annamaria.

In the wake of Odd’s most recent clash with lethal adversaries, the opulent manor’s comforts should be welcome. But there’s far more to Roseland than meets even the extraordinary eye of Odd, who soon suspects it may be more hell than haven.

A harrowing taste of Roseland’s terrors convinces Odd that it’s time to hit the road again. Still, the prescient Annamaria insists that they’ve been led there for a reason. Just how deep and dreadful are the mysteries Roseland and her masters have kept for nearly a century? And what consequences await whoever is brave, or mad, enough to confront the most profound breed of evil? Odd only knows. Like his acclaimed creator, the irresistible Odd Thomas is in top-notch form - as he takes on what may well be the most terrifying challenge yet in his curious career.

©2012 Dean Koontz (P)2012 Brilliance Audio, all rights reserved

Odd that Odd is so Odd as odd as this story goes..

What did you like best about Odd Apocalypse? What did you like least?

Cursed with a fantastic original Odd Thomas, only to have the other Odd series nailed to the bullet riddled comparison wall. Damn this wall,, damn it all to hell ! Well I suppose, on this specificon, of the series, I'd have to give Odd Apocalypse a possible listen too, when there isn't much else to howlabaloo about. It's not a total waste of time, and at times perhaps engrossing. And although there is an abundance of unnecassary horrible and gory details, along with some extended scene stretching, both which carry about 15% of the books contents, the main story is still mostly about the lovable Odd Thomas. Apocalypse does seem to make the listener believe that Mr. Koonz is now at odds with Odd. Seem to get the impression that Mr. Koonz, is mad and/or bored of having to write about the Odd series. Reluctently typing away another damn Odd story ! Perhaps, if I can say this in some kindness. It is perhaps like..., So you really want another freaking Odd story, ok, fine! I'll give you one. So now, you got what you want, here it is, I hope you on choke it. Nonetheless,with that said, I've enjoyed Mr Koonz books for years. And look forward to listening to other Koontz legends. Is it possible to write a book as well as Mr Koontz writes his, and actually have the reader feel some kind of appreciation about life or feel anything at all? Who would want to consume a large meal, only to find that it was plastic, and have no value whatsoever? Perhaps there is a motto for some writers. When you've nothing else to write, just try and scare the shit out of 'em with the most wanten horror you can imagine. There is surely more than enough horror/evil in the real world that tends to reside itself upon us on a continous basis. Then again, I suppose it's no secret, that the worlds greatest writers attempt each in there own way, to reach out to that sum of us abroad desiring to feed us, entertain us or maybe even enlighten us, and we their recepticles listen, while we expirence wonderful etches played upon the soul, somehow believing, if'n it is possible, to escape this worlds reality, if not for, just a little while.

Would you be willing to try another book from Dean Koontz? Why or why not?

Yes, Most of Mr Koontz's books I've read are wonderful. And expect no less for the future, should he choose to continue to entertaining us.

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

Just being Odd Thomas by Mr. Baker could not, I doubt, be
duplicated readily much by anyone else that I can think of.
Exceptional performance !

Was Odd Apocalypse worth the listening time?

Perhaps, if I could of somehow been blinded to the horrific images that was presented. It was unnecassary and truly destroyed any remaining value that I found the book.

Any additional comments?

Sorry that Odd Apocalypse wasn't up to Mr Koontz ususal standards. But, I doubt we'll let this affect my recourse to Mr. Koontz other fantastic books. As I'm looking forward to listening to them,

I can't believe I listened to the whole thing.

I love Dean Koontz, but this one was not very good. No more Odd Thomas for me..

one of the best

loved it best part when odd found the secret of the house love Dean Koontz

More great Odd

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

I really enjoyed this book, as I have all the Odd books. This one was twisty and kept my interest all the way through. I loved the parts about Tesla, an interesting addition from and inventive author.

Just keeps getting better. Quite addictive

Great fun. Odds dry narrative and the paranormal / sci-fi genre hits the spot for me. Looking forward to see where some of the characters are going. I am glad I am starting late in the series so I don't have to wait for each new book.

Sooooooooooooo Odd!

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Just as great as the other four, love them!

Any additional comments?

It is great if you start with the first book in the series, but you don't have to.

if you like the odd Thomas books you will like it

it was good. Does a typical Odd Thomas book with an interesting story, and interesting premise, and really well executed. if you read any of the Odd Thomas books before it won't be a surprise but you will enjoy it.

Koontz just keeps getting better!

Would you listen to Odd Apocalypse again? Why?

At some point I will listen to them all again, in series, so I can feel this character's entire character arc. This is really great story-telling.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Annamaria -- She is a terrific obstacle character. She never worries about her own safety, but instead, remains calm in the midst of turmoil. She must be Odd's guide on the road of life.

Which scene was your favorite?

When Odd set the time machine to go back... and then did what was unexpected, what none of us would have done if we were in that situation. Odd Thomas is a character for the ages.

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

Yes, but I broke it up over several hours on a long car trip.

Any additional comments?

Koontz just gets better with every book he writes.

Odd! But good nonetheless.

This story got a little, well, odd, but was still a great listen. To me Baker is the perfect narrator for Odd Thomas. When things got weird I stopped caring so much about the details and just enjoyed the story and the performance.

A good story with interesting characters

Would you consider the audio edition of Odd Apocalypse to be better than the print version?

I have not read the printed version but listening to a story always seems to bring it more to life!

What did you like best about this story?

I liked the characters

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

My favorite character in this series will always be Odd Thomas and David Aaron Baker did a great job of bringing him to life.

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

No