Midnight

Midnight by Dean R. Koontz, published by Headline in 1989, is a gripping narrative set in the picturesque Moonlight Cove, California. This pre-publication edition spans 502 pages and delves into a series of inexplicable deaths that cast a shadow over the community. As Tessa Lockland investigates her sister’s mysterious suicide, she encounters Sam Booker, an undercover FBI agent, and Harry Talbot, a wheelchair-bound veteran who has witnessed unsettling events from his window. Together, they begin to unravel the dark secrets that threaten the lives of the town’s residents.

Readers will find a blend of horror and thriller elements as the characters confront the pervasive evil lurking in Moonlight Cove. The story also introduces Chrissie Foster, an eleven-year-old girl who senses a change in her parents and seeks refuge with Tessa and Sam. The narrative explores themes of darkness and resilience as the group bands together to face the terror that envelops their community. This edition offers a comprehensive look at the chilling events that unfold, making it a significant addition to the genre of fiction and horror.