Cold Fire

Reporter Holly Thorne is intrigued by Jim Ironheart, who has saved 12 lives in the past three months. Holly wants to know what kind of power drives him, why terrifying visions of a churning windmill haunt his dreams, and just what he means when he whispers in his sleep that an enemy who will kill everyone is coming. “A master storyteller, sometimes humorous, sometimes shocking, but always riveting. His characters sparkle with life. And his fast-paced plots are wonderfully fiendish, taking unexpected twists and turns.” - The San Diego Union-Tribune

UPI

“An extraordinary piece of fiction with unforgettable characters. It will be a classic.”

The Washington Post

“Solid, satisfying, hair-raising...Koontz barely lets the reader come up for air between terrors.”

Los Angeles Times

“Gripping.”

Boston Herald More Praise for Dean Koontz

“A unique spellbinding novel with depth, sensitivity, and personality.”

The Seattle Times

“Dean Koontz is a prose stylist whose lyricism heightens malevolence and tension. [He creates] characters of unusual richness and depth.”

The New York Times Book Review

“Tumbling, hallucinogenic prose....‘Serious’ writers...might do well to examine his technique.”

Associated Press

“Lyrical writing and compelling characters...Koontz stands alone.”

Suspense Magazine

“In every industry there exist ‘artists’ that are not only unforgettable, but know their craft better than the rest. Dean Koontz...is among these artisans.”

Los Angeles Times

“[Koontz] has always had near-Dickensian powers of description, and an ability to yank us from one page to the next that few novelists can match.”

Publishers Weekly --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

“Perhaps more than any other author, Koontz writes fiction perfectly suited to the mood of America...novels that acknowledge the reality and tenacity of evil but also the power of good...[and that] entertain vastly as they uplift.”

From AudioFile

Cold Fire, Koontz's suspenseful, best-selling novel, receives solid, professional treatment by readers Carol Cowan and Michael Hanson. Without over-dramatizing, they give the story a clear, concise reading which allows the strong plot to carry the listener without interruption. Portions are genuinely frightening and are not recommended for the faint of heart. At fourteen hours, the tape is ideal for a long car trip, but don't listen to it late at night! R.H. (c)AudioFile, Portland, Maine --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

From the Publisher

The Reader's Chair has won more awards per title than any other audio publisher, including 2 Audie Awards for Best Small Publisher. The hardcover edition of Cold Fire reached number one on the New York Times Bestseller list. This unabridged audio title is the winner of 2 awards for audio excellence: an Audie Award and a Golden Headset Award. The Reader's Chair publishes only full-length unabridged audio productions. Each book is packaged in a protective vinyl binder designed to be long-lasting and collectible. Replacement cassettes and packaging are available directly through The Reader's Chair. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

From Library Journal

Teacher Jim Ironheart, aptly named, is sent by forces unknown to save chosen people in life-threatening situations. By chance, a young but jaded reporter stumbles onto his missions, and joins him to investigate who is controlling him and why. Shared nightmares begin to point to an extraterrestrial influence, and the pair are forced to confront Ironheart's forgotten past for answers. Koontz ( The Bad Place , LJ 12/89), a master at maintaining mystery and suspense, weaves themes from earlier novels into this latest thriller. Even if the ending calls to mind DuMaurier and Hitchcock, Cold Fire contains all the ingredients--likable characters, nail-biting suspense, and above all, unlimited imagination--that will please Koontz's fans. For all popular collections. Literary Guild and Doubleday Book Club main selection; Mystery Guild featured alternate; previewed in Prepub Alert, LJ 9/1/90.-Eric W. Johnson, Teikyo Post Univ. Lib., Waterbury, Ct.Copyright 1991 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

About the Author

The books of Dean Koontz are published in 38 languages, and worldwide sales top 400 million copies. Eleven of his novels have risen to number one on the New York Times hardcover bestseller list, and several have been adapted into feature films and TV miniseries. Dean and Gerda Koontz live in southern California with their golden retriever, Anna, grand-niece of the famous and beloved Trixie. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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