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Innocence

A Novel

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Innocence

By: Dean Koontz
Narrated by: MacLeod Andrews
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About this listen

He lives in solitude beneath the city, an exile from society, which will destroy him if he is ever seen.

She dwells in seclusion, a fugitive from enemies who will do her harm if she is ever found.

But the bond between them runs deeper than the tragedies that have scarred their lives. Something more than chance - and nothing less than destiny - has brought them together in a world whose hour of reckoning is fast approaching.

In Innocence, number-one New York Times best-selling author Dean Koontz blends mystery, suspense, and acute insight into the human soul in a masterfully told tale that will resonate with listeners forever.

©2013 Dean Koontz (P)2013 Brilliance Audio, all rights reserved. Fantasy Genre Fiction Horror Literary Fiction Romance Suspense Thriller & Suspense Scary Fiction

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Critic reviews

"Laced with fantastical mysticism, it’s an allegory of nonviolence, acceptance and love in the face of adversity. . . . The narrative is intense, with an old-fashioned ominousness and artistically crafted descriptions. . . . An optimistic and unexpected conclusion [mirrors] his theme. Something different this way comes from Mr. Koontz’s imagination. Enjoy." ( Kirkus Reviews)
"Entrancing . . . as speedy a chase-thriller as any Koontz . . . has ever constructed. Written in Koontz’ late mellifluent and reflective manner . . . [ Innocence is] fueled by deep disgust with the world’s evils [and] hope for redemption" ( Booklist, starred review)
"[An] imaginative, mystical thriller from bestseller Koontz . . . This is the most satisfying Koontz standalone in a while" ( Publishers Weekly)
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Is there anything you would change about this book?

The ending (whole last 1/3rd)

Would you be willing to try another book from Dean Koontz? Why or why not?

Yes - most of the story was interesting, only poor part was the ending

Was Innocence worth the listening time?

I thought so for a while - didn't enjoy the last 1/2-1hr at all though. Boring and predictable ending.

Great beginning and middle - poor ending

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Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

I would most certainly recommend this audiobook as it a well thought out & well written tale that will have the listener returning to it in the future as I believe it is a story that you can listen to more than once.

What did you like best about this story?

The whole story flows beautifully and it difficult to pick out any highlights as at no point does the story get boring.

What about MacLeod Andrews’s performance did you like?

MacLeod Andrews actually brings the characters to life (which of course is the whole point of audio narration) & his portrayal of Addison Goodheart is outstanding.

Did you have an emotional reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

A very thought provoking tale of human endurance that leaves you wishing for a follow up, but it is short on laughs as it isn't that sort of story.

Any additional comments?

Any Dean Koontz fan will love this book as I think this is up there with his finest works.

Another Koontz classic!!

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Wow, another great Dean Koontz, book. Even if your not a fan. You should read this spell binding, twisty and turny, book. He keeps you hooked from the first chapter, to the very last word.

Innocence.

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Great book and a nice twist at the end. A short lull here and there but overall fantastic.

Excellent by Dean Koontz

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Well this was a suggestion with in our book club, not my standard genre. The way it is written makes you feel like you are there. I’m still kind of sat here at the end thinking ok so what happens now. The ending was fine, I just feel like they’ve flown the nest and left me x

First time koontz read

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