Books like Odd Is On Our Side by Fred Van Lente

In the small town of Pico Mundo, California, Halloween’s color and spookiness mingle with real dread. Odd Thomas, a young fry cook who can see spirits, feels uneasy as the town prepares its annual celebrations. The restless dead hover over him—none more familiar than the ghost of Elvis Presley—yet nothing points him toward the true danger. Odd’s partner, Stormy, always ready with her gun, joins him on a hunt that leads to a remote barn. Inside, masked men and chilling clues suggest a malevolent force beyond the usual tricks of the season. As the night deepens, Odd must confront whether the haunting is a warning of impending doom or something far more sinister. Through vivid, fast‑paced scenes, the story mixes supernatural suspense with a touch of humor, keeping fans of the Odd Thomas series and newcomers alike intrigued by the blend of horror and quirky adventure.

First publish date: 2010