A deadly black widow has eliminated three husbands and counting. But Nameless knows her one weakness. To bring truth and its consequences to her crimes, the vigilante must spin a web of his own in part three of the Nameless series.Lucia—current last name, Rickenbah—has made a fortune by marrying rich men who tend to drop dead. But the superstitious blonde believes in more than money and murder. … money and murder. Nameless’s job is to scare a confession out of Lucia, and as the psychological warfare escalates, even he may be in for a shock.
From #1 New York Times bestselling author Dean Koontz comes The Praying Mantis Bride, part of Nameless, a riveting collection of short stories about a vigilante nomad, stripped of his memories and commissioned to kill. Follow him in each story, which can be read or listened to in a single sitting.
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( I’m copying and pasting this same review for all 6 of the series of Nameless) I have been a fan of Mr. Koontz FOREVER!!! He is a master story-teller and one that can hold your attention whether it’s for a ‘short story’ or a full length novel. This first short story in the series of Nameless: In the Heart of Fire was indeed up to par with the usual Koontz suspense and intrigue.
I’m glad I was able to have the next 5 (Photographing the Dead; The Praying Mantis Bride; Red Rain; The Mercy of Snakes ; and Memories of Tomorrow (my favorite) waiting in line to continue the saga of Nameless and his ‘justice’ he served in each one. I can see Nameless becoming a full length novel or if he wanted to keep them short stories, to continue into the next 6 books. 🙂 All in all, they are something that is easy to read, quick to read, and a joy to read.
Another great addition to this ongoing series!
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Genre: Thriller
This is the third book in Amazon’s original series Nameless. This time nameless is after a black widow. Lucia Rickenbah marries rich men and after some time they are dead. So far she killed three of her husbands and was able to get away from the crimes. And here is where the vigilante Nameless comes to put this woman to sleep forever.
This novella was interesting and gripping. I liked it somehow more than the previous two books. Although the story itself is short Dean Koontz was able to produce that suspenseful and intriguing atmosphere to go with the main character and the criminal as well. I enjoyed it a lot.
I’m really liking this series about Nameless and the justice he is sent to deliver. This one was interesting and a little funny in how they get revenge / justice on the killer bride. I wish these were a little longer since they are enjoyable.
I’m a Dean Koontz fan, and I really enjoy listening to the audio version of this series.
The books are short, easy to listen to, and enjoyable from start to finish.
This is a great series where each book is a chapter in Nameless’s life, each book another assignment in his mission to right the wrongs dealt to the innocent. Even though his tactics are slightly above the law, I find myself rooting for Nameless. There are snippets of who he once was that come out of nowhere in visions or dreams and it adds to the suspense to someday find out who the heck he is.
You’ll root for Nameless. I promise.
Dean Koontz can tell a story like no one else.
So far this is the best of the series. I can see why these are shorts instead of full books.
Another decent continuation to the Nameless novella series, but I didn’t feel as satisfied with the ending as I did the first two books. Felt a little more rushed. But still a good read.
A Praying Mantis, A Black Widow
Short story (about 2 hours reading time)
For Mature Audiences
No sex, but references to it
Violence
Creepy at times
No memorable harsh language
Lucia is physically beautiful, possibly near perfection, but there’s nothing beautiful about her soul.
Our main character, Nameless, is sent to bring justice through intricate psychological means to this woman who has made herself a widow 3 times.
Though not critical, it is probably best to read this story after reading the previous 2 in the series.
Dean Koontz’s storytelling, as always, is flawless.
I didn’t read. an accidental check