Velocity
Velocity
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Contemporary Northern California
2006
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Velocity by Dean Koontz follows a character named Billy Wiles, who receives a threatening note promising that someone will die if he doesn’t take action. As he becomes entangled in a dangerous game, Billy must make life-altering decisions under pressure, navigating moral dilemmas and unforeseen twists at a rapid pace.
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Dean Koontz's Velocity receives mixed reviews. Readers praise the book's fast pace, suspenseful storytelling, and engaging plot twists, making it a gripping thriller. However, some criticize the character development and predictability in certain elements of the narrative. Overall, it's a thrilling read for fans of Koontz's style, though not his strongest work.
Who Should Read Velocity?
Readers who enjoy Velocity by Dean Koontz are typically fans of fast-paced thrillers with a psychological twist. They likely also appreciate novels such as Kiss the Girls by James Patterson and Misery by Stephen King, favoring suspenseful plots that delve into the human psyche and relentless tension.
68,750 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
The cover of Velocity was designed by Chip Kidd, a renowned graphic designer known for creating iconic book covers.
Dean Koontz uses a real-life mathematics concept known as "The Butterfly Effect" as a thematic element, reflecting how small decisions can lead to significant consequences.
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Velocity was released in 2005 and quickly became a New York Times bestseller, showcasing Koontz's continued popularity in the suspense and thriller genres.
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Novel • Fiction
Contemporary Northern California
2006
Adult
18+ years
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