#187 in Thriller
Life Expectancy
- 476
- Pages
- about 9 h
- Reading time
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Our view
“Life Expectancy” is an offbeat, twisty Dean Koontz novel that mixes suspense with a strong vein of humour. The story turns on five decisive moments in the life of James “Jimmy” Tock, a self-described lummox. Some readers relish its absurd, unpredictable streak; others single out the surprises and the comic spark of Lorrie, a character they warm to. Nearly five hundred pages long, it is for readers who like their thrillers with a wink.
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About the book
Life Expectancy is a novel by suspense/horror writer Dean Koontz. The plot centers on five pivotal moments in the life of a self-proclaimed "lummox" named James "Jimmy" Tock.
Where the score comes from
The sources average 7.9 across 59 ratings — not yet many, so the reader vote carries 29% of the weight and the rest pulls toward the Thriller average of 7.6. That is how 7.6 comes out.
| Source | Average | Ratings | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open Library | 8.3 | 6 | 10% |
| Hardcover | 7.8 | 53 | 90% |
Frequently asked
How long is Life Expectancy?
It has 476 pages — longer than 67% of the ranked books in Thriller.
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