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A review by annerlee
Devoted by Dean Koontz
dark
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
2.5
The storyline was ok, although some sections felt formulaic and many characters were shallow stereotypes. The author told what characters motivations were so there was little character development. I wasn’t on a journey of discovery with them. I found the many long passages describing the perp’s overly dark, sexually charged and bloodthirsty thoughts unnecessary and overly repetitive/disturbing. A more ruthless editor would have been a blessing!
Some of the ideas surrounding human-dog community and communication were well observed and heart-warmingly described. Koontz is obviously a dog person! Ideas and developments around these kept me reading. I’m glad I made it to the end, some sections were worthwhile, but many were very forgettable (or I aim to forget them asap!)
All in all, some good ideas, but not one of Konnt’z best executed novels.
Some of the ideas surrounding human-dog community and communication were well observed and heart-warmingly described. Koontz is obviously a dog person! Ideas and developments around these kept me reading. I’m glad I made it to the end, some sections were worthwhile, but many were very forgettable (or I aim to forget them asap!)
All in all, some good ideas, but not one of Konnt’z best executed novels.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death, Gore, Misogyny, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Violence, Blood, Cannibalism, Murder, Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Animal cruelty, Bullying, Gun violence, Mental illness, Grief, Injury/Injury detail