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Martie Rhodes and her husband Dusty navigate a labyrinth of psychological danger when Martie's friend Susan Jagger, suffering from agoraphobia, seeks therapy with a manipulative psychologist. Dusty supports his brother Skeet, who struggles with drug addiction and self‑harm. As Martie develops an intense fear of her own reflection—autophobia—her household becomes increasingly haunted by mysterious occurrences. Both couples discover they are being brain‑washed and controlled by Dr. Ahriman, whose hypnotic techniques compel patients toward extreme actions. The story delves into themes of mental illness, addiction, and the perilous power of psychological manipulation.
First publish date: April 1, 2001
Genre: Thriller/Psychological Thriller
Authors: Dean Koontz
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