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The Husband

Dean Koontz
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The Husband

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006

Book Brief

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Dean Koontz

The Husband

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006
Book Details
Pages

322

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Southern California • 2000s

Publication Year

2006

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

910L

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Super Short Summary

The Husband by Dean Koontz follows a landscaper whose wife is kidnapped. He is informed by faceless captors demanding a ransom he cannot afford, plunging him into a tense quest to rescue her, facing unforeseen dangers. The story intertwines themes of love, determination, and the lengths one will go to save a loved one.

Reviews & Readership

4.1

50,998 ratings

65%

Loved it

27%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Dean Koontz's The Husband grips readers with its fast-paced plot and well-drawn characters. Positive feedback highlights the engaging suspense and emotional depth. However, some critics note occasional predictability. The novel is recommended for thriller enthusiasts seeking a quick, intense read. Overall, Koontz delivers a solid, if not groundbreaking, thriller.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Husband?

A reader who enjoys The Husband by Dean Koontz is drawn to suspenseful thrillers with intense emotional stakes. Fans of Harlan Coben's Tell No One or Lee Child's Killing Floor will appreciate Koontz's gripping plot twists and compelling narrative. This book caters to those who love page-turners featuring ordinary people in extraordinary situations.

4.1

50,998 ratings

65%

Loved it

27%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

322

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Southern California • 2000s

Publication Year

2006

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

910L

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