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Koontzland - Dean Koontz discussion
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The Other Emily
Stand Alone Novels 2021 & Beyond
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The Other Emily (Group Read - Spring 2021)
I’m looking forward to The Other Emily!!
well Happy Holidays to all and Dean! What a delightful surprise! Goodie Goodie Goodie!
so very excited for the other emily!
Added to my To-read list, thanks
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From the Desk of Dean Koontz
Dear Readers,
February is a special month. It’s the only one to begin with an F, and it’s the shortest of the twelve, so right there is a lot to celebrate with a few cases of good cabernet. Furthermore, having been born and raised in Pennsylvania, I take enormous pride in the fact that my native state celebrates Groundhog Day, when Bill Murray tells us how much more winter we’re going to have, so just shut up and endure it, while men in formalwear torment a helpless woodland creature.
Then there is Valentine’s Day. I remember so well my years in middle school, when we children would spend our lunch money to buy cards expressing our fondness for one another. The girls I found charming were always happy to receive my cards, laughing with delight as they threw them into the stew pot to simmer with eye of toad and wing of bat. I adored them all, though none of them could cook anything worth eating.
Now, in 2021, February is even more special than ever, because you can preorder my novel, The Other Emily, which will be published by Thomas & Mercer on March 23rd. And in the best spirit of Valentine’s Day, it is a love story. Yes, one review essentially said it will scare your butt off. But love is always a little scary, committing yourself to another person, plighting your troth when you don’t even know what the hell that means. But you know me, my friends: a romantic, an optimist, a believer in love. I will take your hand and lead you through the dark to the light, even if we’re a little chilled and wet when we get there.
All best wishes from everyone in Koontzland,
Dean
Dead for ten years. Now back, as beautiful as ever. The Other Emily is a twisting journey of lost love, impossible second chances, and terrifying promises. And for a limited-time, you can pre-order the Kindle book now for $6.99 and the hardcover edition for $15.99.
Great deal, and, of course, done!
I love Koontz's wit. Can't wait to read his newest!
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Ordered it for the new kindle I just bought!
I also went for the hardback, it will fill out my last Koontz shelf quite nicely ;) I also bought some of his short novellas that I have missed though, to feed my Kindle.
I have it pre ordered in hardback.....I can’t wait!!!
Just placed my pre-order at Amazon and do plan to read along with the group and share this month! I am super excited for this one! Goodie Goodie Goodie!
I aim to read along too 👍
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Barbara wrote: "I’m looking forward to The Other Emily!!"Me too!
Dustin Crazy little brown owl wrote: "One more week until release date!"Goodie Goodie Goodie! Can't wait as it's coming right to my door this time! yay
You can feel the excitement here for a new Dean book!!!😁
Yes. Already preordered it!
My library sent me a notice that The Other Emily came in, and I could pick up my hold! I tried posting a picture of my dog with the book but seems like photos won’t transfer.
Check out my updated profile pic. Rosie is happy; trust me. She’s just shy. But tonite we’re digging into our new book.
I see her with the book on your profile page
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Back when I worked at bookstores, new books would arrive before release date but after the Harry Potter craziness, they had warning tape and big titles we couldn't even open the box. Harry Potter had to be locked up.
Lesser known new releases I could open the box, check out the bookcovers, but we weren't supposed to put them out on the sales floor until release date, which typically falls on Tuesday. I haven't worked in a bookstore in a decade, but it used to be a big deal. Booksellers could get in major trouble for selling a book before release date. I don't know how it works for libraries.
As usual, I will be using audiobook to help me through The Other Emily. Although I have ordered a hardcover, I'll be waiting on an audio from the library. I may be a bit behind some of you, but I'll catch up.
Last year my library was closed during the release of Devoted and at that time it was taking Amazon up to one month to ship books. I was really behind on reading Devoted. Luckily by the time Elsewhere was released my library had reopened with limited services and Amazon was shipping books as usual.
Lucky Dog, Jerry!
Happy Reading Koontzlanders!
...aaand I'm reading too :P came in the mail today, yey! (I could not make the html work either, so new profile image...)
FYI: The Poisoned Pen Bookstore (Scottsdale, AZ)will be holding a virtual event on their Facebook page on March 23, 2021 6:15pm till 7:15pm.
Dean Koontz in conversation with Michael Koryta.
Not promoting, just thought you'd like to know. I think they'll be discussing The Other Emily.
Thank you for sharing this info Elizabeth! Please feel free to follow up and share about this event if you happen to join in! Happy Reading!
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Got mine yesterday. About to start. I have a really good feeling about this one. Hope I enjoy it more than Elsewhere.
Fininshed it yesterday and enjoyed every minute of it! listened to the audiobook
I'll grab this one whenever it becomes available at one of the libraries around here. So, I'll be a bit late to the party but shall be reading this one.
Starting tomorrow, must finish the book I am reading right now first. Sweep with Me by Ilona AndrewsBut I will be along soon.
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Me too. As many of you know, I am old school. I don't do ebooks or eaudiobooks. My hardcover copy arrived today, but I'm waiting to get audiobook on CD from the library.
I started it a day ago, so I am early in. I love the way it sets up the story and can't wait to see how it resolves.
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I think it will be a good one.
For those who own Kindles and belong to Kindle Unlimited, The Other Emily can be borrowed free. https://www.amazon.com/Other-Emily-De...
Reading now. It is bugging me because I cannot get rid of the double spacing. I'm reading slower because of it. Otherwise, I'm at 23 percent and liking it ok. It seems slower than some of his older stuff, but maybe it is just the situation.
I liked the start too - small SPOILER warning for chapter 1-19. I really liked the small eiree hints, like that there is something off with Madison, like on page 37, when David think he senses that she is more prepared for their conversation than she should be...
Just finished. Yes, it starts slow, but well worth the wait. And now...I’m back to my usual state - craving the next Koontz release!
Suey wrote: "Just finished. Yes, it starts slow, but well worth the wait." Eh? Not really worth the wait--though I would have read it anyway
Maybe you guys should kick me out. Because I thought this particular Koontz book was not AT ALL up to his usual standards.
I'm going to let my review speak for itself. https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
Please feel free to lambast me. And I will gladly discuss. I do love Koontz, usually. Just not this one.
I finished on Saturday, already on a new Library hold (Kellerman). I was pleasantly surprised by The Other Emily. The pacing, and characters belonged in an early 80’s Koontz book. It felt so familiar to be with Davey and Maddison. Now Dean needs to pull a King and put out a 2nd book within 6 months!
My copy of The Other Emily came today!!! 🤗🤗
I read almost the entire book last night. I’m stopping for a day or 2 .......I’m loving the story and haven’t been able to figure it all out but the book is too short!!! Lol
I now have copies of Emily and Elsewhere. I will read them just as soon as I can, but I have three books ahead of them.
So, is this another series? If so, does it go back and start with devoted?
I finished. I really enjoyed it, although I felt the end/solution was a little underdeveloped. Still a fund read though.
So much for a pre-order as I haven't received my copy yet ordered from Amazon prime. bummer
Koontzland - Dean Koontz
Books mentioned in this topic
Sweep with Me (other topics)The Other Emily (other topics)
Ah, November. The trees shed their leaves in a litter of colorful confetti. The air is crisp and bracing. Daylight savings time ends, and it’s heartening to know that our accounts at the Bank of Light are brimming with thousands of hours of daylight that we can use to extend our lives for many years.
It is that time of year when we celebrate life and give thanks for our friends, family, and good fortune. Although, of course, it is also that time of year that is a waking nightmare of horror and terror for turkeys; they can run, but they cannot hide from death, and in fact they can’t even run all that well. Winter is coming, which means that uncountable small animals will perish in the bitter cold. But we are not field mice or squirrels, which is yet another reason to celebrate.
In addition to this warm seasonal greeting that I’m sending your way, I would be remiss if I didn’t mention that my new novel, Elsewhere , is available in hardcover, eBook, and audio. Likewise, the trade paperback of Devoted is now available, and my novel for March of next year, The Other Emily , can be preordered now. Like our tasty feathered friend, you cannot hide from me, and if you run, I will find you, which is not a threat but only a friendly reminder.
Warmest autumn wishes,
Dean