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“Blizzards, floods, volcanos, hurricanes, earthquakes: They fascinate because they nakedly reveal that Mother Nature, afflicted with bipolar disorder, is as likely to snuff us as she is to succor us.”

Quote by Dean Koontz

Book:The Taking: A Novel

Work

The Taking: A Novel

In this suspenseful narrative, a complex web of intrigue unfolds as characters navigate a world of moral ambiguity and high stakes. more

Author

Renowned American author known for his suspense and horror novels. He has been writing since the 1970s and his works have been widely popular, winning numerous international awards. more

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