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Summary
A year had passed since little Danny's death - a year since his mother began the painful process of acceptance. But Tina Evans could have sworn she just saw her Danny in a stranger's car...then she dreamed that Danny was alive. And when she awoke, she found a message waiting for her in Danny's bedroom - two disturbing words scrawled on his chalkboard: NOT DEAD Was this someone's grim joke? Her mind playing tricks on her? Or something...more? For Tina Evans, it was a mystery she couldn't escape. An obsession that would lead her from the bright lights of Las Vegas to the cold shadows of the High Sierras. A terrible secret seen only by...The Eyes of Darkness
Like most books by D.K., it's hit or miss, and unfortunately, 'The Eyes of Darkness' was a close call but not quite there. However, what makes it worth the listen is D.K.'s account of the book's development and the TV series that never materialized. It's highly entertaining, which is why I gave it three stars.
This audiobook is expertly narrated. The storyline itself is quite engaging. It falls under the science fiction genre and offers a fresh contrast to Dean Koontz's previous works that I've read, namely "Funhouse" and "Whispers". I found "The Eyes of Darkness" to be a superior read compared to those two novels, which didn't resonate with me. While those novels delved into darker themes with excessive criminal violence, this one leans more towards science fiction.
I was compelled to read this book because it mentions a specific town in China and the emergence of a virus there. However, it's important to note that this aspect of the story only comes into play towards the end. Having now finished the book, I personally wouldn't recommend reading it solely for that reason.
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To truly enjoy this book, you must have a taste for fiction. I picked it up after hearing that it delves into the topic of the coronavirus, and it's mind-blowing how many parallels can be found.
Dean Koontz really knocked it out of the park with "The Eyes of Darkness". This book had me on the edge of my seat, filled with fear, and eager to hop in my car just to keep listening. Absolutely superb!
The plot is engaging, but the dialogue leaves much to be desired. The conversations between characters consist mostly of one person suggesting something and the other dismissing it as impossible. Tina, the protagonist, initially doubts the messages claiming her son is not dead, despite never having seen his mangled body. This skepticism continues for far too long, leading to frustration. Additionally, the dialogue between Tina and her ex-husband, Michael, feels out of place, as he spends time discussing his job as if they were on a first date. The author could have chosen better characters to share this information with.
The narrator, Tanya Eby, did not suit the tone of the story. Even during tense or stressful situations, her voice remained pleasant, lacking the necessary suspense and mystery. This mismatch between the narration and the mood of the scenes was particularly noticeable. For instance, when Tina contemplates if her ex-husband was responsible for certain actions, the narrator's tone sounded more amused than suspicious. This inconsistency was disappointing.
Overall, "The Eyes of Darkness" falls into the action suspense paranormal genre with a touch of romance, and the ending favors the protagonists.
The narrator and the story in "The Eyes of Darkness" were awesome... I've been a huge fan of Dean Koontz ever since I was a teenager, which was more than 35 years ago.
After perusing various reviews, I concur with the sentiment expressed by others. It is evident that "The Eyes of Darkness" falls short of Koontz's finest endeavors, serving as an early piece in his literary repertoire. Nonetheless, it remains an enjoyable audio experience.
Dean Koontz is known for his contributions to the popular culture horror genre, and while he may not reach the literary heights of John Steinbeck, he does deliver entertaining and fantastical stories. "Intensity" stands out for its gripping buildup and suspense, making it one of his stronger novels. However, "The Eyes of Darkness" disappoints. It feels like a work written by a novice writer straight out of college. The dialogue is clichéd and predictable, bordering on cringe-worthy. It's almost as if Koontz wrote the novel with the intention of it being adapted into a poorly executed screenplay. The excessive explanations of the characters' thoughts and actions give the impression of stage directions rather than natural storytelling. It's an awkward and subpar piece of writing. Apologies, Dean, but I believe you have the capability to produce far superior work.
This audiobook was an absolute snooze-fest! I strongly advise against wasting your time on it if you crave a more engaging and substantial reading experience.
The beginning of the book was a bit slow for me, but it picked up after a few chapters. I decided to listen to the audiobook after hearing all the buzz on social media about the supposed predictions of the COVID-19 outbreak. Let me just say, all that talk on social media is pure nonsense! There is no mention of COVID-19 in this book. It does talk about a virus that was developed in Wuhan, but it was brought to an American secret bio-weapons lab for testing, not released by China as a bio-weapon. It's absolutely ridiculous to draw any similarities between this book and COVID-19.
While I enjoyed the content and the story line, I personally did not enjoy Tanya Eby's narration. I had to start, stop, and restart several times because of her narration, but it did improve a bit later in the book. I noticed that other reviews praised her reading, so it's probably just a personal preference. We all have those certain voices that irritate us for some reason. I can't quite put my finger on it, but subconsciously her voice may remind me of a previous teacher or professor. Who knows?
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