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50 of 53 people found the following review helpful
Format:Kindle Edition
`Darkness Under The Sun' is an ebook exclusive novella from Dean Koontz and is a prologue to his upcoming book, `What The Night Knows'. It's about Howie Dugly, a 10 year old boy who was badly scarred in a fire when he was younger, lonely and outcast, who one day meets Alton Turner Blackwood, a drifter and a dreamer who carries his own scars. Also, unknown to Howie, he is a vicious serial killer who preys on young women and their mothers.
This is a great little read that is as dark as the midnight sky. It's also one of the more serious and more sinister of Koontz's stories, reminding me of some of his earlier works, rather than adding a bit of dark humour to his tales (like in `Life Expectancy', `The Taking' etc - both of which are some of his worst). This took me about an hour to read (being just 790 locations) but had enough content to satisfy me and also made me look forward to reading his new book in January 2011.
At the end of the day this is free so you can't go wrong. It can be read as a self-contained short story or an introduction to his new book but either way, I definitely recommend giving it a go.
This is a great little read that is as dark as the midnight sky. It's also one of the more serious and more sinister of Koontz's stories, reminding me of some of his earlier works, rather than adding a bit of dark humour to his tales (like in `Life Expectancy', `The Taking' etc - both of which are some of his worst). This took me about an hour to read (being just 790 locations) but had enough content to satisfy me and also made me look forward to reading his new book in January 2011.
At the end of the day this is free so you can't go wrong. It can be read as a self-contained short story or an introduction to his new book but either way, I definitely recommend giving it a go.
15 of 16 people found the following review helpful
By Alison
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Format:Kindle Edition|Amazon Verified Purchase
As a Kindle freebie this is definitely worth grabbing (I see it's no longer free and it now seems rather pricey for what is a very short novella). A very short novella, Darkness Under the Sun is a dark and chilling tale. The main protagonist is a 10 year old boy called Howie Dugly and the book tells the story of Howie's brief but life-changing encounter with drifter Alton Turner Blackwood. The atmosphere is strong and there is a growing sense of unease as things progress. The main story covers a ashort period of time and reaches a climax about 3/4 of the way in. The last 1/4 of the book is a fast overview of the ongoing life of Howie and how he copes afterwards. It's that latter part of the book that introduces links to the character of John Calvino, the new character in Koontz's upcoming book "What the Night Knows". It's a good prologue but can exist as a standalone novella even though it does end on somewhat of a cliffhanger
I'll not be buying the next book simply because the publishers are forcing high agency pricing for the title on Kindle. A shame, but there are so many other books that aren't subject to price fixing and I'll be looking to those first I'm afraid.
I'll not be buying the next book simply because the publishers are forcing high agency pricing for the title on Kindle. A shame, but there are so many other books that aren't subject to price fixing and I'll be looking to those first I'm afraid.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
By John T C
Format:Kindle Edition
Call it a short story, a novella or a teaser, it is good. Koontz did a good job putting the characters, plot, and setting together. I read it for free, which is one thing that is good about kindle and the ebook trend at the moment. So much is for free. Like the Usurper and Other stories, the dialogue is smooth flowing and the narrative comes out strong. The pace reminds me of another I read last week. Flash of the Sun, that is. Koontz's other novels are my future buys. a great storyteller.
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Published 1 month ago by l baxter
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wasn't expexting it to be a short story
i enjoy the book, but wasn't expecting it to be a short story, read it in four nights, so wasn't that impressed
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Dean koontz at his best
This guy is one of a kind. When he gets it right it's genius. Not all his books are in that league, but this one sure is.
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Love most books written by Dean Koontz and I keep them all. This was beautifully written, left me hanging on the edge of my seat. A brilliant read!
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Just back in to reading Dean's books keep you on the edge? Have bought several more Koontz books easy to store and carry either on Kindel or IPad.
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Enthralling from the first page, the characters come to life with a clarity that is eerie. Brilliant suspensefullly written and captivating.
Published 4 months ago by michelle nash
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A good read
Haunting and beautiful, a wonderful read. Easy to get into and a shame when it ended, fantastic characters and easy to relate to.
Published 4 months ago by Miss M. C. Dominy
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Darkness under the sun
Really enjoyed reading this book, always intrigue and twists, and keeps you reading and looking over your shoulder just in case.
Published 4 months ago by Julie carr
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Short and Dark
I read this novel in less than an hour, it was bought as a christmas present, and I didn't realise that it was in fact a short story. Read more
Published 4 months ago by benson 58
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Excellent
Usual Dean Koontz, grabs you on the first page, and you are hooked. Koontz fans won't be disappointed. Enjoyed this.
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