Frankenstein: Prodigal Son
Author: Dean Koontz
Category: Fiction
Reviewer: Jan Woodcock
Department/Position: Library Media
Summary: Did Mary Shelley get it wrong? Did Frankenstein survive his monster's attack? So it would appear according to Dean Koontz. Victor Frankenstein is alive after 200 years and living in (pre-Katrina) New Orleans. He has assumed the name Victor Helios, a highly respected and wealthy entrepreneur, and has improved his skills at creating "human" life. He also has a plan for a new world where all humanity will be replaced by his New Human Race. The only "person" who may be able to stop him is Deucalion, Victor's first creation. With the help of two detectives, the race is on to stop the invasion and save the human race. (First installment)
Recommended Audience: Young adult and up
Rating: 4
This book is available in the AHS library.
Category: Fiction
Reviewer: Jan Woodcock
Department/Position: Library Media
Summary: Did Mary Shelley get it wrong? Did Frankenstein survive his monster's attack? So it would appear according to Dean Koontz. Victor Frankenstein is alive after 200 years and living in (pre-Katrina) New Orleans. He has assumed the name Victor Helios, a highly respected and wealthy entrepreneur, and has improved his skills at creating "human" life. He also has a plan for a new world where all humanity will be replaced by his New Human Race. The only "person" who may be able to stop him is Deucalion, Victor's first creation. With the help of two detectives, the race is on to stop the invasion and save the human race. (First installment)
Recommended Audience: Young adult and up
Rating: 4
This book is available in the AHS library.
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