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4.0 AVERAGE
4.0 AVERAGE
I liked it....but I found it a bit difficult to read being that it was very obviously written in the 80s. The writing was a bit old fashioned, the Soviets being the bad guys was dated, and the characters seemed too naive. If I had read this 20 years ago I probably would have enjoyed it more.
The summer before my junior year of high school, my school changed the curriculum so that instead of the static "classic" assigned reading, AP English students could pick from a list of contemporary books. I forewent 'Salem's Lot in favor of this book, and I loved it.
What a very long book to have such horrible character development and so many things that essentially lead to nowhere. The killer who wanted to be immortal... why? What was the point of devoting so many pages to this to have it fizzle to nothing. Even if you thought the murder-for-hire man was necessary, why the enjoyment, why the seeking of a preggo, why have him go after the dog and attack the couple? Seemed like I wasted a lot of time reading about something that went nowhere.
I'm all for a good book about a lovable dog and what could be more lovable than a dog that could communicate as though it was a human? Alright, so it's being pursued by a monster... has to be something to make it interesting right? But then even the monster drops off. You hear nothing out of it for 150 pages or more then resurfaces only to come to an end that is predictable from the moment you read the back cover.
I found this in our attic on a trip home and took it only because I was almost done with my current book and we had a long drive home. I know it had been mine, I loved Koontz in my teens. I had fond memories and high hopes. Sadly this disappointed in just so many ways.
I'm all for a good book about a lovable dog and what could be more lovable than a dog that could communicate as though it was a human? Alright, so it's being pursued by a monster... has to be something to make it interesting right? But then even the monster drops off. You hear nothing out of it for 150 pages or more then resurfaces only to come to an end that is predictable from the moment you read the back cover.
I found this in our attic on a trip home and took it only because I was almost done with my current book and we had a long drive home. I know it had been mine, I loved Koontz in my teens. I had fond memories and high hopes. Sadly this disappointed in just so many ways.
I read this book after a recommendation from a coworker and loved it. The story is very detailed and Dean Koontz does a great job of building multiple storylines and then weaving them together. I look forward to reading more of his work. Any suggestions?
I needed this book.
I'd been struggling with a reading slump for a month or more, picking up novels that were best sellers and nonfiction tomes I felt I "should" read. But nothing grabbed my interest; nothing held my attention. Until I told my roommate about my problem and she dropped this book into my lap.
Is it high literature or an horizon expanding experience? Nah. But it was a fascinating concept and I cared about the characters. Every moment of my week's spare time was spent with Travis, Nora, and Einstein.
Once it was over, I didn't even pause. I picked up the next book on my TBR shelf. The reading slump is over.
I'd been struggling with a reading slump for a month or more, picking up novels that were best sellers and nonfiction tomes I felt I "should" read. But nothing grabbed my interest; nothing held my attention. Until I told my roommate about my problem and she dropped this book into my lap.
Is it high literature or an horizon expanding experience? Nah. But it was a fascinating concept and I cared about the characters. Every moment of my week's spare time was spent with Travis, Nora, and Einstein.
Once it was over, I didn't even pause. I picked up the next book on my TBR shelf. The reading slump is over.
adventurous
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
adventurous
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Watchers is undoubtedly a book of its time. To the reader who intends to scrutinise this book in search of modern values, I advise you choose a different book. In terms of plot, though, it's well structured & paced, and engaging all the way through. I rarely found myself trudging through a passage or fighting to pick the book back up. Koontz paints an environment that's easy to absorb and engross oneself in, and a story from several points of view that leaves you constantly attempting to put the pieces together (without ever feeling convoluted). The resolution is predictable and generic, but very satisfying. Though it may have more original at the time of writing, and though not necessarily enriching or terribly innovative, Watchers is still an extremely enjoyable read. If you want a book that forces you to philosophise about the hubris of man and where the limits of modern science should be drawn, I recommend you pick up Shelley's Frankenstein. If you enjoy the X-files, air bud, or frankenstein, and feel the mix would be even better, custard/jam/beef trifle style, this is the book for you.
to begin with it was not as scary as i had hoped, however Koontz managed to created tension and suspense throughout the entire book which made it incredibly exciting to read. the characters were well written and with unique stories and personalities. the book had a way of displaying issues of the world and everyday struggle without ruining or going too deep into them, perfect layout.
the only downside to me was that the main characters found their love too soon with meer weeks before showing affection. despite this being due to them being obvious soulmates i still prefer alive being a long run. besides that i also found the story of vince nasco to be irrelevant and somewhat unnecessary to the book and it’s outcome.
the dog is an incredible creature and displayed as a hero, which he also is without a doubt. the create who is set to be a monster is SO much more. the love and sorrow i felt for it went deeper than expected and it is clear that that was Koontz intentions.
as a whole the book is art. it show what needs to be shown at it uses all things that is human about a reader. worth the read and thought that it awakens.
the only downside to me was that the main characters found their love too soon with meer weeks before showing affection. despite this being due to them being obvious soulmates i still prefer alive being a long run. besides that i also found the story of vince nasco to be irrelevant and somewhat unnecessary to the book and it’s outcome.
the dog is an incredible creature and displayed as a hero, which he also is without a doubt. the create who is set to be a monster is SO much more. the love and sorrow i felt for it went deeper than expected and it is clear that that was Koontz intentions.
as a whole the book is art. it show what needs to be shown at it uses all things that is human about a reader. worth the read and thought that it awakens.