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Oddkins: A Fable for All Ages

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I have read this book to my 4th. grade class for the last 11 years...... I have tryed to make up a different voice for each the main characters.... We have even put on a school-play based on the part of the book that takes place in the department store....the kids love getting dressed up in the costumes that I had made up ..... I love when kids come back( who are now in college /high school) and ask if I still read the story of the Oddkins....

Anytime Koontz and Parks collaborate the result is beautiful. Koontz brings the Oddkins to life each with their own personalities and quirks. Parks' illustrations are gorgeous. When the story begins the old toymaker has just passed away. His magical toy creations, the Oddkins, must now recruit their creator's selection of the new toymaker before the Dark One can dispatch his minions to take over the toyshop and create evil toys. The Oddkins set out on a quest across town to the new toymaker's shop pursued by evil toys from an earlier maker. I thoroughly enjoyed the characters and story while the many illustrations give the book a great look and atmosphere. The Oddkins are interesting and loveable characters while the evil toys are quite menacing. The story includes many smaller lessons, including courage, loyalty, and faith, that are appropriate for any age to learn. I would not, however, recommend this book for very young children. There are some scenes and pictures which would no doubt be scary for a small child. I was impressed with the depth of the tale and would absolutely recommend this book to anyone seeking a fun, and heartfelt story.

My teacher Mrs.Peet read this to my class when I was in 3rd grade. I'm now in 5th. Since then I been trying to find a copy,but it's always been out. Thanks Mrs.Peet. Hannah S.

I purchased this in hardback several years to go in my sons' Easter Basket. Never realizing what I had, I was attracted to the wonderful artwork! I read it before Easter. I have since purchased Santa's Twin - it is great also.

I find the Oddkins the most wonderful fable EVER. The plot is so intricatley woven it amazes me. I love the story, and aslo the beautiful pictures. I begged and begged, and my father bought it for me. I enjoy it every time I read it. This is a must-read.

I have been looking for a copy of this book for years. It was the 2nd book I read by Koontz and fell in love with it. I had read it over several times and fell into the story and art work everytime. Even though it's been over 10 years since I've last seen or read the story, I remember it as if I read it last week. I only wish it was more available for others to enjoy as well. This is definately a story for those who are still a child at heart.

I remember reading this book when I was 10, it's stuck with me ever since. Now with kids of my own I can only appricate the story's plot more. I love this story and am only sadden to know that it is no longer in print for other adults and children to enjoy cheaply.

Originally read to me in the sixth grade by my English teacher, I fell in love with Oddkins. Since then, years and years later, I still love it. All grown up now, I recently decided to obtain a copy of this rather valuable trinket and I look forward to hanging on to it the rest of my life. If you like a good story or if you have kids or if you have grandkids, get this book now. This is the kind of book that you look forward to reading again and again throughout your lifetime. Long enough to be engaging, but short enough to re-read casually, this is a must have.

This is an all-time wonderful story for all ages. The characters seem real and make one believe that toys can come alive. Everyone should own this book. The evil toys are truly vicious and the good toys are lovable and noble. Read this book and, if you've already read it, read it again.

Whether you are an adult in the workforce or an 11-year old child, this book is a must read. Dean Koontz, who normally doesn't write children's literature, has created an abosultely incredible book. This is a book which parents should read to their children. My mother read it to me when it came out, and I loved the story then as much as I do now. She still reads it to her fifth grade class, and they love it. Truly, this is one of the best written books I have ever read.