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The Darkest Evening of the Year

by Dean Koontz

2008•EN
About the book

Amy Redwing possesses an intense devotion to rescuing golden retrievers, often risking her life to pull dogs from dangerous situations. Her world centers on her rescue organization and her boyfriend, Brian, until she saves a dog named Nickie from a farm. This rescue triggers a series of violent events as a group of shadowy figures begins stalking Amy. The plot follows a two-day span where Amy’s hidden past catches up with her, revealing the source of her wealth and her connection to a specific, high-stakes secret that these pursuers intend to reclaim by any means necessary.

Readers of suspense fiction who appreciate a mix of domestic drama and high-tension action will find value in this narrative. The book appeals specifically to dog lovers because it treats the canine characters as central, sentient actors in the resolution of the plot. Someone finishing this story walks away with a detailed portrait of hyper-vigilance, an understanding of the psychological mechanics of protection, and the idea that personal history can never truly be buried. It serves those interested in how ordinary lives intersect with organized criminal intent.

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Practical, clear-cut and escapist; an easy read.

Best for readers like The Escapist Adventurer. Which reader are you?

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Published
2008
Language
EN

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