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Strangers

Dean Koontz
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Strangers

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2002

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Dean Koontz

Strangers

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2002
Book Details
Pages

704

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Fantasy

Horror & Suspense

Mystery & Crime Fiction
Setting

Nevada • 1980s

Topic
Religion & Spirituality
Publication Year

2002

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Strangers by Dean Koontz, diverse individuals, unaware of their shared link, experience unsettling phenomena. As they converge, they uncover buried memories and confront a hidden truth. Their collective journey explores themes of trauma, memory, and a mysterious force connecting them, ultimately revealing a profound shared experience that changes their lives.

Mysterious

Suspenseful

Dark

Unnerving

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

4.2

53,547 ratings

74%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Strangers by Dean Koontz receives praise for its intricate plot and suspenseful narrative, captivating readers with its blend of mystery and science fiction. Critics appreciate the character development and emotional depth. However, some find the pacing uneven, particularly in the middle sections. Overall, the novel offers a gripping, if occasionally slow, reading experience.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Strangers?

Readers who enjoy Strangers by Dean Koontz are typically fans of suspenseful thrillers with a touch of the supernatural. They may also be drawn to books like Stephen King's The Stand or John Saul's Suffer the Children, enjoying intricate plots, rich character development, and an exploration of fear and mystery.

4.2

53,547 ratings

74%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

704

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Fantasy

Horror & Suspense

Mystery & Crime Fiction
Setting

Nevada • 1980s

Topic
Religion & Spirituality
Publication Year

2002

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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