Frank H. (perryfran) reviewed on 11/7/2012 + 1223 more book reviews

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I've had this book and its sequels on my shelf for several years. Finally decided to read this first installment on Halloween. I wasn't sure what to expect given Koontz' past history of having some really great novels (i.e. Watchers, Intensity) and not so greats (The Taking, Seize the Night). Well, I was pleasantly surprised with "Prodigal Son." It was a great update of the original Frankenstein story with Victor Frankenstein and his monster both surviving for the past 200 years. Frankenstein, who changed his name to Helios, has managed to extend his life and is creating a super race of beings to take over mankind. While the monster has turned more human over the past 200 years and wants to put an end to Frankenstein and his mad plan. The book is a nice blend of science fiction, crime novel, and horror. I would recommend it. Now to get on with Book 2 - City of Night.

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