Tick Tock
Tick Tock
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1996
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Southern California • 1990s
1996
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In Tick Tock by Dean Koontz, an author named Tommy Phan finds a mysterious rag doll on his doorstep. The doll comes to life, threatening Tommy as he seeks to solve the mystery and survive, with the help of his friend, Deliverance. The narrative blends suspense, humor, and supernatural elements in a fast-paced story.
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Dean Koontz's Tick Tock is lauded for its fast-paced narrative and compelling character dynamics, particularly between the protagonist and his allies. However, some critique its implausible plot twists and occasional predictability. Overall, the blend of suspense and humor makes it an engaging read for thriller enthusiasts.
Who Should Read Tick Tock?
Readers who enjoy Tick Tock by Dean Koontz are thriller enthusiasts who appreciate a blend of suspense, supernatural elements, and dark humor, akin to Koontz’s Watchers or Stephen King's The Shining. This novel's fast-paced narrative and gripping plot appeal to fans of contemporary thrillers and horror fiction.
36,712 ratings
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Novel • Fiction
Southern California • 1990s
1996
Adult
18+ years
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