“Meet a young man named Odd . . . who helps the dead get even."
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Jul 02, 2008
Trisha
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This was my first trip into the world of graphic novels. Having already been in love with the Odd Thomas series for a few years, it was a good place to start.
My favorite part of the whole book was being able to put faces to the characters and also getting a glimpse of the world of Pico Mundo, California where Odd and Stormy live. What took some getting used to was the simplicity of the writing and the over-the-top drama that's added to the dialogue. Keeping in mind that graphic novel More...
My favorite part of the whole book was being able to put faces to the characters and also getting a glimpse of the world of Pico Mundo, California where Odd and Stormy live. What took some getting used to was the simplicity of the writing and the over-the-top drama that's added to the dialogue. Keeping in mind that graphic novel More...
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Mar 30, 2009
“The dead don't talk. I don't know why.” But they do try to communicate, with a short-order cook in a small desert town serving as their reluctant confidant. Odd Thomas thinks of himself as an ordinary guy, if possessed of a certain measure of talent at the Pico Mundo Grill and rapturously in love with the most beautiful girl in the world, Stormy Llewellyn. Maybe he has a gift, maybe it’s a curse, Odd has never been sure, but he tries to do his best by the silent souls who seek him out. Sometime
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Feb 28, 2009
Cathy
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I am not familiar with Dean Koontz, although I know the name and I know that some of my students have read things from this author, but when I saw another main stream author with a graphic novel, I figured now was a good time to check him out. (Other authors adapting a familiar character/series to graphic stylings: D.J. MacHale - The Merchant of Death: Pendragon Graphic Novel; Neil Gaiman - Coraline; Stephen King Gunslinger: The Dark Tower; Erin Hunter Warriors series).
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Mar 03, 2011
Perry
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I'm not big on manga, or any comics for that reason, but I did very much like Dean Koontz's Odd Thomas books, so I thought I'd give the comic books a try. This one, and the sequel, aren't bad, in fact they're better than I thought they would be, but they're nowhere near as good as the original novels. They're prequels, set in the desert town of Pico Mundo before the events of the first book. The main characters of the original book are there, including Odd Thomas, his girlfriend, his "d
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Jun 19, 2010
Kevin
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Odd Thomas is more than just a pancake and fry cook at a small town diner. But the other side of his life is something he doesn't quite share with everyone. Much like Haley Joel Osment in The Sixth Sense, he sees dead people walking amongst the living. And he does his best to help them so they can move on from this limbo between the living and the dead. In Odd We Trust finds Odd helping a young boy who was murdered by a man who was actually stalking his nanny, who is best friends with Odd's girl
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Aug 23, 2009
Nicholas
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I’m not too sure what to say about this one. As I stated previously, Odd Thomas is a brilliant book, and one of my favorites. It’s had some good-but-not-as-good-as-the- original sequels. But now it’s traveled into new territory: the graphic novel. In Odd We Trust is a prequel to the first book, and fits into the same level as the sequels (not quite as good as the first).
The story here is that Odd Thomas, a young fry cook who can see the dead (though they don’t speak), who tries to help More...
The story here is that Odd Thomas, a young fry cook who can see the dead (though they don’t speak), who tries to help More...
Apr 25, 2009
Theresa
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This one was a let down because I was expecting so much more.
First, I was expecting nice glossy pages with color not a smaller than trade paperback sized book with regular paper pages and all black and white graphics.
Second, I was expecting a more complex story not just Odd Thomas, local cook who also sees ghosts, helping the police solve a crime. This could have been more complex but it the telling of the story both in narrative and in graphics was very simplistic.
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First, I was expecting nice glossy pages with color not a smaller than trade paperback sized book with regular paper pages and all black and white graphics.
Second, I was expecting a more complex story not just Odd Thomas, local cook who also sees ghosts, helping the police solve a crime. This could have been more complex but it the telling of the story both in narrative and in graphics was very simplistic.
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Jun 17, 2011
Alexis
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Kind of disappointing. I think Dean Koontz is just too verbal a writer to translate well into graphic novels. Odd Thomas's inner monologue is severely truncated, and Koontz doesn't get to flex his descriptor muscles. (Which is both good and bad--sometimes in his novels, it seems like Koontz is using words just to use them and not because they're the actual word that flows naturally. Still, it's obvious that he loves words, and the lack of verbal flavor makes the graphic novel a little lacklu
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Sep 29, 2011
ηicolε
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Before this I hadn’t read any work from Dean Kuntz, but if you’ve ever taken the time to read some reader’s reviews, there’s no doubt that he’s either loved as an author or despised as one (in terms of his writing style ability). I can’t comment too much on the subject; reading the graphic novel adaptation of a novelized series doesn’t exactly give me the highest-held opinion.
The story was genuinely interesting. Obviously nothing original: Guy sees dead people. Guy teams up with inv More...
The story was genuinely interesting. Obviously nothing original: Guy sees dead people. Guy teams up with inv More...
Dec 30, 2008
Ryan
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Odd Thomas in graphic novel form. The art is wonderful. Exactly what I expected. The characters looked a lot like the way I'd pictured them, which always helps. The story was okay. It's very difficult to have the rich kind of experience Koontz produces in the GN format. Still the book was quite enjoyable. The best part of it for me was the end. There's an author's note that explains Koontz hopes to write 6 Odd novels, god willing. We're on #4 right now. Because I like the character so
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Nov 11, 2009
Nate
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I liked Odd Thomas #1, had mixed but mostly positive feelings about the others, and am a fan of graphic novels, so I thought this would be at least decent. So wrong. Unnatural dialogue, lazy plot, stupid and unbelievable character reactions and attitudes.
I'll change some plot details slightly to avoid anything beyond mild spoilers.
1) Let's say there's a teenaged character whose father comes home. The father says, "Hey, how was your day?" The teenager respo More...
I'll change some plot details slightly to avoid anything beyond mild spoilers.
1) Let's say there's a teenaged character whose father comes home. The father says, "Hey, how was your day?" The teenager respo More...
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Mar 17, 2009
Donna
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I so am not into graphic novels. I borrowed the book from the library as I really like Odd Thomas books and was startled to find I had a graphic novel. Koontz's writing made it a worthwhile read although it is more like reading a short story than a true novel.
Odd Thomas is roped into helping a friend of his girlfriend.She had received some very scary letters that seemed to be from a stalker. She ignored the first few but they got increasingly strange so she took them to the police who re More...
Odd Thomas is roped into helping a friend of his girlfriend.She had received some very scary letters that seemed to be from a stalker. She ignored the first few but they got increasingly strange so she took them to the police who re More...
Jul 25, 2011
Katie
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This book was suppose to take place before "Odd Thomas" (the first book of the series) So that gave me then impression that it was going to explain how or why he had this sixth sense or at least give us a more in depth look on how he feels about having it. It seemed like that was not the case. It was just another story. I was not sure if I wanted to read this graphic novel or not because I have imagined all the Odd characters in my head and did not want to be shown what they were "
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Aug 13, 2011
Terrill
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I am dabbling in graphic novels. Oh, dear, remember when we called them comic books? Well, now it is commic books for grown ups. I liked this book. I have NEVER read Dean Koontz before and seeing the graphic novel version of this author was enough for me to go, why not! I liked it. I don't know how Mr. Koontz usually writes, but the writing was quite basic. Actually it would be a good ADL (adult learners) book. The illustrations were expressive, and I felt proud of myself there too, as they are
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Jan 01, 2010
melydia
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I've read the first three Odd Thomas novels. I really enjoyed the first one (Odd's a pretty nifty character) but the second two, not so much. So when I heard the new graphic novel was actually a prequel to the first book, I got interested. And you know, it was pretty okay. The art wasn't stellar but it was actually pretty fantastic to actually get to see Pico Mundo, Stormy, and the rest. And since it was just pictures and dialogue, most of Koontz's purple prose was left out, making it a muc
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Jan 10, 2010
Matt R.
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This was my first graphic novel. Dean Koontz is one of my favorite authors which is the reason I decided to give a graphic novel a try. The story is decent but I prefer novels over comics. I enjoyed comics when I was younger but graphic novels are just not as interesting to me as a good novel. I know some would argue that a graphic novel is not a comic, but I don't see it. To me, the only difference is that a graphic novel has a bigger price tag. Glad I borrowed this one from the library.
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Jan 07, 2012
T.
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In Odd we Trust provides us with a 'cute' Manga influenced medium to hear an Odd Thomas Tale (in typical prequel style)
Unfortunately too much of the novel relies on dialgoue and the artwork largely consists of character's faces with 'the nervous drip' running down their cheeks.
The plot is none too bad, Odd's personality carries the story, but his appearence borders on Justin Bieberish.
Stormy is pure gold (as she was when we met Odd) and Elvis is a laugh. I rec More...
Unfortunately too much of the novel relies on dialgoue and the artwork largely consists of character's faces with 'the nervous drip' running down their cheeks.
The plot is none too bad, Odd's personality carries the story, but his appearence borders on Justin Bieberish.
Stormy is pure gold (as she was when we met Odd) and Elvis is a laugh. I rec More...
Oct 11, 2011
Elizabeth
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I enjoyed all of the Odd Thomas novels, and grew up reading manga, so I figured In Odd We Trust was worth a shot. For the most part, I enjoyed it. The story was fun, and I really liked that it was a prequel to Odd Thomas and we got to see some old characters again. (I really missed Stormy.) The dialogue and narration were great, too.
I knew going in that the art would be manga style. The artist, Queenie Chan, is Korean, so her manga is heavily influenced by Korean style manga and anime. More...
I knew going in that the art would be manga style. The artist, Queenie Chan, is Korean, so her manga is heavily influenced by Korean style manga and anime. More...
Jan 07, 2011
David
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Why I read It
I keep hearing a lot about how graphic novels are a growing media for new novels for the young people. Of course they are developing movies from them, which has my interest. Rather than dismissing it as an extra long comic book I decided to try a few, though I can’t bring myself to count it as a “book read.” Anyways I picked this one up because I have read several of Koontz’s books. I also picked up a more traditional Japanese one to read later as well.
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I keep hearing a lot about how graphic novels are a growing media for new novels for the young people. Of course they are developing movies from them, which has my interest. Rather than dismissing it as an extra long comic book I decided to try a few, though I can’t bring myself to count it as a “book read.” Anyways I picked this one up because I have read several of Koontz’s books. I also picked up a more traditional Japanese one to read later as well.
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Dec 03, 2011
Amy
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Koontz's Odd Thomas is an interesting character. He's unusually sensitive for a 19-year-old fry cook. His girlfriend is a fearless, gun-toting bad ass. He assists in bringing criminals to justice. He can see dead people. Sounds like a good idea for a series, and should have made a decent transition to graphic novel. It didn't.
Without the normal flow of Koontz's prose, this book fell flat. Part of the beauty of Koontz is his mastery of description and pacing. What you get in this part More...
Without the normal flow of Koontz's prose, this book fell flat. Part of the beauty of Koontz is his mastery of description and pacing. What you get in this part More...
Oct 03, 2009
Jessica
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Having recently become a fan of Dean Koontz' Odd Thomas, I immediately added this book to my list. I saw that it was a "graphic novel" and figured I'd try it any way. Yeah. Let's just say this will probably be my *last* graphic novel.
If you don't already know, graphic novels are comic books that have grown up. This one was in a decidedly Japanese-anime style, where eyes are too large, expressions too extreme (annoying how worry/stress/anxiety are all conveyed with a swe More...
If you don't already know, graphic novels are comic books that have grown up. This one was in a decidedly Japanese-anime style, where eyes are too large, expressions too extreme (annoying how worry/stress/anxiety are all conveyed with a swe More...
Feb 14, 2009
Cathy
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No matter how hard I try, I have to realize that manga is not for me. I was interested when I ran across this manga story of Odd Thomas, since I really enjoyed all the other books. I found that these types of books, no matter the characters, are very boring because compared to regular novels, there is no meat. You usually get a good story line and great artwork, but there is no inner dialogue or developing of characters.
Jul 28, 2011
This book is so bad, I don't even know where to start. I'm not a fan of Koontz works, so I don't know if this is representative of what he does, but this mystery was lackluster. And clearly Queenie Chan was just phoning in the art because she is capable of sooo much better then this. Of all the crappy graphic novels that have come out in the last few years from major authors, this may be the absolute worst.
Dec 29, 2010
Jeff
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The book is decent as far as it goes, but it misses the key element of a great Odd Thomas story: characters. In the novels, they are rich and quirky, here that richness and banter is lost somehow. It is still a decent read, and I liked how the characters were depicted (Odd was pretty close to how I imagined him), but it just didn't feel like an Odd Thomas story and wasn't nearly the fun ride the other books were.
Feb 05, 2009
Jenny
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I am not usually a graphic novel kinda girl. I read this because it is an Odd Thomas book. I did enjoy it, but Odd was not depicted as I pictured him, which kind of interrupted my reading flow. I was surprised to see that Queenie Chan is the co-author/illustrator. The only other graphic novels that I have enjoyed were also written by her. What a coincidink!
Jul 29, 2011
Lauren
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I'm not usually one for graphic novels, that said, this one drew me in from the first page. I absolutely adore Odd and his friends. The storyline happens a little to quickly, and the plot is just the tinnnniest bit weak...but it's fun to be able to put faces to characters for a change. I haven't read any of the other Odd books, but now I can't wait!
Aug 17, 2009
Mel
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Received as a birthday gift this year - has been on my wish list for some time. I enjoyed the story very much. I'm not a fan of this drawing style, and the fact that there were things missing from time-to-time (parts of one character's glasses) made me a little nuts, but it was still a treat. Helped curb my appetite for book 4, whenever it is forthcoming.
Aug 30, 2010
Kristina
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Chan's vision does not match my own with regard to how I envision the residents of Pico Mundo, but that probably goes without saying for everyone...
My only complaint was that it was just too short. Unless you already know Odd, this is hardly a chance to comprehend his simple complexity. Nevertheless, I enjoyed it! It's a quick, delightful read.
My only complaint was that it was just too short. Unless you already know Odd, this is hardly a chance to comprehend his simple complexity. Nevertheless, I enjoyed it! It's a quick, delightful read.
Jul 06, 2009
Kandice
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I really liked this. I see people rave about the Odd Thomas series all over, and thought it would be good to ease into it, or just try it out, with no novel committment. It was interesting enough that I will seek out the novels. I don't think we were given enough details in the graphic novel, but at least I'll go in with a basic understanding of his character.
Jul 25, 2010
Christine
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It was awful. I cannot believe I wasted an evening reading this graphic novel. The language was stiff and not what you come to expect from Dean Koontz. I am not sure who the target audience was for this but I felt the novel was dumbed down to the point of being unrecognizable. I will stick to Koontz's novels from now on!
