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The Face of Fear
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Summary
The Face of Fear by Dean Koontz looks like a backlist title with a clear setup and an easy way in from the record we have here. This edition lists 1989 • Berkley Pub Group • 320 pages, which gives you a quick sense of scope and pace.
Edition on file: 1989 • Berkley Pub Group • 320 pages • ISBN 9780425119846.
Why this book now
Worth a look if you want a backlist title that still has a clear identity and use case.
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Balanced Moderate time
Balanced commitment. Enough room to develop without feeling like a marathon.
What stands out here
The clearest standout is the reading lane it sits in: Idea-led • Weekend read.
Best way to approach it
Best approached in a couple of steady sittings rather than in constant tiny fragments.
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Expect a reading experience that should show its character pretty quickly once you start. That usually makes for a mid-length read that should balance momentum with detail. It also has the feel of a backlist title rather than a brand-new release.
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