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By the Light of the Moon

Dean Koontz
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By the Light of the Moon

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2003

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Dean Koontz

By the Light of the Moon

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2003
Book Details
Pages

460

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Southwestern United States • 2000s

Publication Year

2003

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Dean Koontz's By the Light of the Moon follows artist Dylan O'Connor, his brother Shepard, and poet Jillian Jackson after a mysterious and life-altering encounter. The trio is compelled to flee and unravel the purpose of their newfound abilities, all while being pursued by dangerous forces.

Reviews & Readership

4.2

31,600 ratings

71%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Reviews for Dean Koontz's By the Light of the Moon highlight its compelling, fast-paced plot and dynamic characters. Readers appreciated the blend of suspense, science fiction, and emotional depth, but some criticized a lack of originality and predictability in the storyline. Overall, the novel is engaging with a few noted drawbacks.

Who should read this

Who Should Read By the Light of the Moon?

Readers who enjoy By the Light of the Moon by Dean Koontz are likely fans of supernatural thrillers with suspenseful plots and intricate character development. They may also appreciate works like Stephen King's The Shining or James Patterson's Along Came a Spider. These readers revel in psychological tension and unexpected twists.

4.2

31,600 ratings

71%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

460

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Southwestern United States • 2000s

Publication Year

2003

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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