Devoted: Der Beschützer

Dean Koontz often explores themes of good versus evil, but I wonder what drew him specifically to the idea of loyalty as a core element in this story. Did any real-life experiences influence this focus?

The pacing felt deliberate, gradually escalating tension. I'm curious if others found the slow build effective or if it made the story feel too drawn out at times.

Koontz blends horror and mystery seamlessly, but I wonder if the scare factors actually deepen the intrigue or if they distracted from the plot for some readers.