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Violence
A lot
Significant violence and threat from a domestic abuser and predator
Language
Barely any
Mild language
Sexual Content
None
No sexual content
Substance Use
None
No substance use
Emotional Intensity
A lot
Sustained psychological menace; the predator's obsession with Amy is deeply disturbing
What this book is about
Amy Redwing dedicates herself to rescuing abused and endangered dogs. When she rescues a golden retriever named Nickie, the dog seems to carry an uncanny awareness — just as a dangerous man from Amy's past begins closing in. Koontz's standalone thriller is more personal than his usual work and features one of his most memorable animals.
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Domestic violence and stalking
Sustained thriller menace
Animal endangerment
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