Dead Town
Read "Dead Town" as the 2nd book in the Dean Koontz's Frankenstein sequence. This follows the recommended publication order to preserve character development.
⚠️ Do NOT read before "Prodigal Son (Dean Koontz’s Frankenstein, Book 1)" (Book 1)
This book is essential to the core narrative and character development.
Verdict Insight: As the 2nd installment, this volume is critical for following the central narrative progression and plot development.
Storm Front
Book #3 of 4 in Series
Complete Series Reading Order
Publication Order
Preserves character reveals and plot twists exactly as the author intended.
Chronological Order
May spoil surprises but improves timeline clarity for deep lore fans.
Order Confidence
Why this order?
The series length was changed after initial announcements. Though books 4, 5, and 6 were originally slated to form a second trilogy, the final novel released, 'The Dead Town' (Book 5), stated on its cover that it was the final volume of the series.
Why This Order Is Confusing
Many reading lists for Dean Koontz's Frankenstein conflict because early publishers often labeled short story collections as standalone novels, or rearranged internal chronologies for marketing. This guide follows original author intent and narrative continuity to settle the debate for good.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I skip reading Dead Town?
This book is essential to the core narrative and character development.
Can I read Dead Town before Prodigal Son (Dean Koontz’s Frankenstein, Book 1)?
No. We recommend reading Prodigal Son (Dean Koontz’s Frankenstein, Book 1) first. Dead Town is the 2th book in the series and follows the core narrative established in earlier volumes.
Is Dead Town required reading for the Dean Koontz's Frankenstein?
Yes, it is a core installment in the series reading order and contains critical character development and plot progression.
What comes after Dead Town in the reading order?
The next recommended book after Dead Town is Storm Front (Book #3).
