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  • Odd Thomas

  • You Are Destined to Be Together Forever
  • By: Dean Koontz
  • Narrated by: David Aaron Baker
  • Length: 59 mins
  • 4.5 out of 5 stars (2,968 ratings)

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Odd Thomas

By: Dean Koontz
Narrated by: David Aaron Baker
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This exclusive audiobook short story looks back - way back - to where it all began for Odd Thomas and Stormy Llewellyn, two souls who are destined to be together forever.

Amid the dizzying rides, tantalizing games of chance, and fanciful attractions of a state fair, two teenage sweethearts on the cusp of life and love's pleasures find their way to a shadowy carnival tent brimming with curiosities. There, from the bizarre and enthralling Gypsy Mummy, a mechanized merchant of dreams and prognosticator of tomorrows, the young couple learns what fate promises for them. But fate, for Odd Thomas and Stormy Llewellyn, is something altogether different: full of dark corners, sharp edges, and things no seer or soothsayer could ever anticipate.

And for Odd Thomas, a gallant fry cook from a sleepy California desert town, the future beckons - to listen to unquiet spirits, pursue unsettling mysteries, and learn shocking truths...for a purpose far greater than himself.

©2014 Dean Koontz (P)2016 Brilliance Audio
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Fun and Exiting read!

Love the narrator. Excellent escape from fighting our OWN demons and the demands in lives.
Fun and exciting... fast paced ride!

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Odd Thomas

Great prequel to the Odd Thomas Series. An easy listen, well thought out. Nicely read with insightful character development. Nice listening pleasure. The narrating by David Aaron Baker was on point.

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Beautiful read

Wonderful short story. Lacked nothing for me. Was able to invest in the characters and I enjoyed the plot of the story. Wanted more. Would recommend 💕

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Fun read

this quirky little story had me riveted from start to finish. it was a real fun read

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A quirky, sweet tale

I’ve admittedly never read a book by Dean Koontz. I’m so glad I do! His voice is seamless, storytelling clear and concise, and I love his mix of quirky sweet characters that make the unbelievable seem believable. Definitely a fan!

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A very ODD prequel

Koontz gives us this bite size taste of one of literatures weirdest heroes in this audiobook exclusive. It’s straight to the action but we get plenty of quiet time with Odd, Stormy, and even Elvis. Great for new fans of his work or constant readers who wanna flesh out Koontz universe.

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wish it was a little longer

I love the Odd Thomas books by Dean Koontz. I was not expecting it to be so short, but the story was great.

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A heading

I swear, until recently, I could rate with stars and didn't have to write a review.

"Yes, it was an enjoyable story" can be stated succinctly with stars. You don't need my ridiculous insights in detail.

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Short and sweet

I love the short but excellent quality. A great intro to what can be an amazing book. I am very glad I picked this up.

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If You Enjoyed The Odd Series, You Will Like This

Truly Odd... An odd nugget that could have found its way into any of the 'Odd Series,' I am not sure what any of the whiners expected. Good story about characters we (that liked 'Odd') have come to adore. Well performed.

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