Title: The Forbidden Door
Author: Dean Koontz
First published September 11, 2018
480 pages, Kindle Edition
Rating: 4.2
Overview
In Dean Koontz’s heart-thumping novel, The Forbidden Door, rogue FBI agent Jane Hawk finds herself once again fighting for justice against a powerful secret society. With her tactical skills and fierce determination, she’s already struck significant blows against the cabal, but they’re not ready to give up just yet.
In fact, they’re willing to go to any lengths to bring Jane down, even using her own son as bait. As Jane battles her way across the country to protect her child, she faces new threats in the form of brain-altered victims driven insane by the society’s mind-control technology.
With the madness spreading like wildfire, Jane knows she’s in for the fight of her life. Against all odds, she must beat the society at its own game and keep her family safe from the lethal terror lurking behind the forbidden door.
About the Author
Dean Ray Koontz is a highly acclaimed and beloved writer who has captured the hearts of millions of readers worldwide. Known as “America’s most popular suspense novelist” by Rolling Stone, Dean’s stories of mystery, adventure, and character resonate deeply with readers and critics alike, exploring what it truly means to be human.
The author of numerous #1 New York Times bestsellers, Dean resides in Southern California with his wife, Gerda, and their golden retriever, Elsa, while cherishing the memory of their goldens, Trixie and Anna.
Stay up to date with Dean on Facebook, follow him on Twitter at @DeanKoontz, and visit his website at DeanKoontz.com.
Editoral Review
The Forbidden Door by Dean Koontz is a thrilling and suspenseful novel that explores the concepts of fear, love, purpose and the fine line between right and wrong. This is the fourth novel in the Jane Hawk series, first published on September 11, 2018.
Dean Koontz is a prolific and acclaimed author who has written numerous novels spanning several genres. His books are known for their suspenseful plots, vivid descriptions and engaging characterizations.
The Forbidden Door is a gripping novel that takes us on a wild ride with the protagonist, Jane Hawk, an ex-FBI agent who is fighting a battle against a shadowy organization known as The Arcadian. The Arcadian is a group that seeks to exert control over society through the use of nanotechnology that can manipulate peoples brains.
Jane is driven by a desperate need to protect her son and bring down The Arcadian, even if it means risking everything she has. Koontz expertly creates a tense atmosphere that keeps readers on the edge of their seats from the beginning to the end.
The prose is wonderfully crafted and the descriptions are vivid, allowing readers to immerse themselves fully in the story. The pacing of the novel is perfect, with carefully crafted scenes that build up the tension and suspense, leading to a heart-racing climax.
The characters in The Forbidden Door are well-developed and relatable, with Jane as the standout protagonist. Her unwavering courage and determination to protect her family make her an inspiring character.
Other characters like fellow ex-FBI agent, Vikram Rangnekar, and a dog named Peril also add to the depth of the story and the emotional connections we feel for the characters. The themes of this book are pertinent to our times, exploring issues such as technological progress and their implications on society, individualism, and the power of human connection.
The Forbidden Door succeeds in evoking strong emotions and making readers reflect on these significant issues. Overall, The Forbidden Door is an excellent book that will keep readers engaged from start to finish.
While some may find the plot too complex and the number of characters overwhelming, the vivid descriptions, well-developed characters, and expert pacing make it a captivating read. Dean Koontzs exquisite storytelling skills are on full display in this novel, and its definitely a must-read for fans of suspense and thriller genres.
Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars.
