Dean Koontz has done a wonderful job throughout the entire Jane Hawk series. I read all of them courtesy of the publisher and NetGalley. This is an unbiased review.

In the wake of her husband’s inexplicable suicide—and the equally mysterious deaths of scores of other exemplary individuals—Jane Hawk picks up the trail of a secret cabal of powerful players who think themselves above the law and beyond punishment. The cabal is bent on gaining absolute power with a terrifying technological breakthrough to hijack America’s future for their own monstrous ends

Koontz's series is fast-paced, unpredictable, filled with great characters and a terrific, very original premise - a plot to take over the world through nanotechnology. I have never been a big fan of the author until this series. Yes, this book is a face-paced thriller (and a good one at that) but Koontz's writing is eloquent and breathtakingly beautiful when it needs to be.

Jane Hawk is a extraordinary character brave, fearless, tender, passionate and vulnerable. She is not alone. The book is filled with vivid, memorable heroes and villians from a brilliant computer hacker and his family, a Vegas mob boss who teams up with a homicidal sociopath. There is so much going on throughout the series but Jane Hawk's quest to find the truth of her husband's death always has centerstage. The books are deeply layered, satisfying, character-driven and nearly impossible to put down

In the wake of her husband’s inexplicable suicide—and the equally mysterious deaths of scores of other exemplary individuals—Jane Hawk picks up the trail of a secret cabal of powerful players who think themselves above the law and beyond punishment. The cabal is bent on gaining absolute power with a terrifying technological breakthrough to hijack America’s future for their own monstrous ends.

Just be prepared, the ending is as explosive as it is unpredictable.

I have loved this series and am very sad to see it come to a close. It was thrilling, "unputdownable", and I always looked forward to the next installment featuring the brave, strong, and courageous Jane Hawk. It is truly an amazing feat by this author to have kept this series constantly fascinating and awesome.

Jane Hawk again is battling the evil forces of the Arcadians, a group that wants domination so badly that they inject nanoparticles into people so that they can control them. Triggered by a phrase, the controlled group will acquiesce to the command of the speaker, and wreck havoc if they are instructed to do so, even to the point of their own suicide. It is mind control carried to the ultimate. It's a way to achieve domination and with every telling of the story, Dean Kootnz has created such amazingly vile and horrendous villains, as well as people who are valiant and stalwart.

In Jane, the author gives the reader an extremely strong brilliant protagonist, one that will go the ends of a earth to protect her son and the people she loves. Jane possesses that resiliency that have made her such a heroine and one that has propelled these five books into something special and fascinating.

Mr Koontz has been able to carry this story with his uncanny ability to present both the dark side of humanity contrasting with all that is good and noble in society. I am sad to see this series end as I could always look forward to a story that I knew would never disappoint me. I definitely recommend this book and the preceding ones to all of those readers who love being mesmerized and fascinated. Jane, you will be missed.

Thank you to Dean Kootnz, BantamBooks, and NetGalley for a copy of this awesome novel. This book is due to be published on May 14, 2019.

This is the fifth and last book in the series. I would recommend reading all of them in order. Very well written and held my attention throughout. Being a science guy, the brain control is a little bit far fetched but otherwise plausible. The book was very satisfying and I regret it is the end of the character Jane Hawk. Thanks to NetGalley for providing the book in exchange for an honest review.

I am so sad to see the Jane Hawk series come to a completion, but The Night Window by Dean Koontz is as good of an ending as I could have ever hoped for. This 5 book series has been taking us through the life of Jane Hawk as she fights against the Arcadian rule. This entire series has taken place in just a few months but it has been so action packed that I had rather hoped that it would go on forever. Rightfully so, there is a conclusion to this series and it is a powerful ending that does an amazing job of explaining things, showing the true light in the characters and leaving the reader with a need to sit still and take it all in once they close the book.

The Villians
Wainwright Warwick Hollister. Wow! This man starts out the book. We learn of his feelings for his family. His pride and need for luxury. The fact that he doesn't believe in fairness and the lengths he will go to, to take care of the Hamlet list. Enter in Thomas Buckle, a guest of Hollister who traveled from L.A. to discuss being a film director for a project that Hollister wants to do. Thomas Buckle gets so excited when the project is pitched to him and his brain starts spinning with ideas while he listens to Hollister talk. Soon Buckle starts to realize how wrong things are sounding and soon he is in a race for his life.

Returning Characters, New Hero
We see a number of returning characters in The Night Window, but the return of Vikram Rangnekar is what makes this book my favorite in the series. Vikram is a talented white-hat hacker. Well, talented isn't a good enough word to describe his skills, but as he teams up with Jane again, his hacking skills reach new importance. Vikram's extended family are ready to help him, and the costs that this part of the story brings are very, very high. Vikram understands the stakes now, and makes each decision with heart and intention.

Travis
Jane's five-year-old son is still being hidden away from the action that Jane needs to take. However, Travis is still a top priority for the Arcadian's that are trying to deal with Jane because they know what loosing him would cost Jane. Bobby Deacon, a criminal who considers himself an agent of justice, finds where Travis is staying with Bernie Riggowitz, Cornell Jasperson and Duke and Queenie the beloved German Shepherd dogs. Bobby decides that this kind of information will be a gold mine for him and he contacts an old contact, Carmine Vestiglia to see what Travis' whereabouts would be worth to these people in the news. Bobby changes his mind when he receives an offer far above what this information should be worth. However, now the trail has been laid, and the hunt for Travis is back in full gear.

Jane
She is having nightmares about her son. She tries time and time again to get Vikram to leave her and protect him from the people that she is sure he cannot comprehend. She's trying to stay positive in spite of everything that is going on around her and she coming to terms with the idea that she is going to have to give up her life to stop this evil.

The Night Window is an exhilarating ride and this book is going to stay in your memory for a long time to come. A fantastic end to the series that can't be missed.

I liked this one the best of all three in the series. Was a fun series to read! The collection of odd characters and the constant fast pace kept me coming back to this one.

Thanks to Netgalley for the ARC in exchange for a review.
They save the best for last they say and it definitely is correct in the case of the Jane Hawk series. I really loved how different this book was from all the rest of the books. I loved that there were so many different stories going on inside one story. That made this book so very interesting. Even though all the books were really good, this one was just so much better than the rest that I hate for the series to come to an end. Kudos, Dean Koontz!

I thoroughly enjoyed this book. Joints has been a favorite of mine for years and he doesn't disappoint in this thriller.

Another Jane Hawk mystery by Dean Koontz, but it was a good one. While she is trying to explore the Techno Acardanians, she becomes a target. She must catch them before they catch her. It was a good book with many suspenseful characters. Thank you to net galley for allowing me an advanced reader’s copy.

I received a complimentary copy of this book from Ballantine-Bantam through NetGalley. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

The Jane Hawk series ended with a bang! I have been a bit concerned about how Koontz could tie everything together in any sort of a satisfying ending, but he did not disappoint! It seems that for every evil person introduced, we still find one or two people who are able to “do the right thing”—whatever that might be in the situation. Can’t imagine trying to read this book without having read all the others before it—so don’t try.

My thanks to netgalley and the publisher random house for my advanced copy of the book

Wow. What an ending this book had me totally enthralled since the first page. It reminded me of the ride I had when I first started the series. Book one and book five are my favorite. Mr Koontz introduces us to new characters and old friends. Jane, although tired of the chase - remember that all five books happen in a span of a few months of her life - is ready to sacrifice herself to end the Arcadian rule. Jane once again is not alone - friends come to aid her and one friend in particular who is the knight in shining armor and who plays such a pivotal role. Loved him. I love that this character was brought in as such a major character in ending the Arcadian rule. - you have to read the book to find out lol

Can this book be read alone. Well yes kinda, but I strongly recommend reading all previous books so that the reader can understand who all the other characters all. Plus you would be cheating yourself of all the great Jane stories and the technology used. It scares me sometimes when I see these technologies used in the real world. Ie license plate readers/facial recognition cameras/trackers etc imagine what else is out there Book 5 is broken down into the major plot - Jane and a subplot - The billionaire behind the Techno arcadians and both stories keep the reader engrossed.

Im seriously going to have Jane withdrawals- as I have devoured all 5 books.

I’m so happy with how Me Koontz ended the series. Could we perhaps ask for a movie ? Maybe a small series on HBO or Netflix? One can only hope.

I love that this book has an ending. An ending all readers can be satisfied with.

Dean Koontz is well known for giving his readers more than they expected. His stories can really not be relegated to one genre. His legions of fans know that no two of his series are the same. This is the final chapter in Jane Hawk's journey to prove her husband did not commit suicide and bring to light the group that is using nano technology to become stronger and take over many factions of our lives. Along this journey, Jane has lost more than anyone should be asked to give up. Her only goal is to save her son.
Using technology as a basis, the "what if" factor in this book is pretty scary. Jane has used every thing she knows to bring this faction to light. I'm almost sorry to see the series end but really glad that this is a FICTION book.

Sometimes in life it is impossible to have a happy ending, no matter how things eventually turn out. Think of the Holocaust. Eventually the Nazis were defeated, concentration camps liberated, and the war ended, but there is no happy ending to such a massive and horrific tragedy.

Jane Hawk, FBI agent, widow, and mother of one son is living a life, and fighting a fight where it is impossible to have a happy ending. Unwilling to accept the fact that her husband willingly took his own life, in a brutal fashion, Jane starts to investigate suicides across the US. She discovers a spike in the data; an anomaly that hasn't been explained. As she continues to question and investigate, warnings and threats are made and she is certain she has stumbled upon something needing her attention. Thus begins the Jane Hawk series.

The Night Window is the fifth and final book in the series. Over a short period of time, Jane has followed the evidence and leads into the "Techno Arcadians" up and down California as well as across the country. She continues to poke and prod, trying to unravel and expose the horrific cabal and what they are doing in America, and what their plans are for creating a worldwide civilization of superiors and those who serve them without question or hesitation.

Jane connects with a friend from the FBI, a superior hacker and computer technician who has assisted her throughout her career, as well as early on in this race to save civilization and her family. They recognize that the time for a final stand is at hand. They set the stage in Arizona where they will either be victorious in exposing the Techno Arcadians to the world, they will die trying, or even worse, they will be injected with the nanobots and their brain will be taken over by a web of technology making them subservient in all things to the Arcadians.

This has been a very entertaining and intense series. it is great to have a female hero character who not only stands on her own, but is worthy of the title hero. At the same time, Jane knows she is flawed, and understands that in the name of justice, she is doing horrific things, and absolutely breaking the laws and moral codes at the foundation of society. In addition, Koontz gives a very scary look into a form of AI. Technology allows humans to make advances in society, but sometimes at a great cost to the many and benefit of the few.

You really do need to read this series in order to have the context of the battle Jane is embroiled in. As the story ends, remember that at costs like those already paid by Jane and others in society, there can really be no happily ever after.

9 of 10 stars, and my third favorite in the five book series.

Thanks to NetGalley, Bantam Books and Random House for a copy of this book in exchange for my thoughts and opinions.

No spoilers here: This is the first Jane Hawk book I read. I don't feel like I missed out on any of the books previous to this one. I felt perfectly invited into the Jane Hawk world. The locations and environments were great, and happen to be a lot of areas of Arizona that I'm familiar with. It always adds a little more excitement to a book when that happens. I really felt connected to all of the characters, even the bad guys. Dean has a way of connecting us so deeply with each character that I had to keep reminding myself in those connected moments that they were the enemy in this story. I don't normally read thriller/suspense novels, but I'll read the rest of the Jane Hawk books since they're so well written.

Thanks to Netgalley for the Advance Readers copy.

I feel these books are perfect for the current time w live in since with technology I would not be surprised if something like this would happen.For the Final book in the series it started a little slow for me.
Overall I loved the book though, I was happy with the ending and how it came together at the end. I like how Jane always had people that were willing to help her even knowing what could happen to them. How even during a dark and difficult times that some Americans will do what is right.

I was excited when I saw that The Night Window was available for review. I was waiting for this book. I needed to see how Jane Hawk’s quest to bring down the Arcadian’s would end. And I wasn’t disappointed. This book was a fast-paced ride from beginning to end.

All the storylines were fast paced and well written. I had issues putting the book down, that is how into I got. I needed to find out if Jane was going to expose the Arcadians and reunite with her son. I needed to know if Tom was going to outwit Hollister. Also, let’s not forget the secondary storylines. Instead of distracting me from the storyline, they added to it. They added that little bit of extra depth to the book that was needed.

Jane, by far, was my favorite character in The Night Window. Her determination to protect her child and to expose the Arcadian’s came off the pages. She took more risks in this book. Her near misses with the Arcadian’s were incredible and nerve- wracking. I did feel bad for her, though. She was exhausted from all the running that she had to do. She wanted to be with her son. She wanted it to be over and justice for her husband.

I wanted to shake Vikram. He took a lot of risks to help Jane. Like going to Ricky and getting the modified RV. He made me nervous. But he was brilliant. It was that brilliance that kept them ahead of the Arcadians. It was also that brilliance that had him do what he did during the last chapters.

Warwick Hollister was one of the evilest characters that I have read to date. The glimpses of him that I got in the previous books didn’t prepare me for what was in this book. I shuddered every time he appeared in the book. But, I did enjoy his descent into madness. Without giving anything away, let’s say that he got paid back tenfold.

The Night Window was a perfect fit into the thriller genre. As with any of his books, Dean Koontz knows how to deliver a thriller. I was kept on edge the entire book. The build-up of that angle was fantastic.

The mystery angle wasn’t there for me. I wasn’t feeling it. The only time I even got a tiny bit of feel for it was when the Arcadians were chasing after Jane and Vikram. But even then, it was more of a thriller.

I loved the end of The Night Window. I did not expect it to go the way it did. But, in hindsight, it was the only way. The author did what few do. The author did what few do — showing what happens after the fact. It was also a fitting ending to the series.

I would give The Night Window an Adult rating. There is no sex (but there are references to sexual situations). There is violence. There is language. I would recommend that no one under the age of 21 read this book.

I would reread The Night Window. I would recommend this book to family and friends.

**I chose to leave this review after reading an advance reader copy**

I would like to thank the publisher, the author, and NetGalley for allowing me to read and review The Night Window.

All opinions stated in this review of The Night Window are mine.

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I couldn’t wait for this book to come out. A very satisfying conclusion to the Jane Hawk series. I’ve so admired this strong female hero that Koontz created. All in all, it was a very interesting premise that he fleshed out well, of letting it get too far-fetched. I would gladly recommend this series!

Finally ended! This is the last book in this series and for me, the reviews have been up and down along the way. While I feel the series has been drug out a bit more than necessary, I have to say that overall I like it. Although it isnt my favorite series, and definitely not my favorite Koontz plot, it is entertaining and thought provoking. Just the idea of of nanobots and mind control is terrifying, and then Koontz puts it in the hands of the wrong people. Fortunately he delivers a kickass heroine to save the day! His murder scenes are brilliantly written and his characters are endearing (the good guys). At the end of the day, I prefer Koontz's stand alone books instead of his series.

The Nght Window by Dean Koontz, I have to say I loved the Jane Hawk series and I am sad that it is complete but at the same time Holy smokes did I enjoy reading about Jane Hawk kicking Arcadian butt and she did it so well, had some help along the way with a few close friends that we came to know and care for....yes all in all this is one kick ass series from one of the Masters of Writing Mr. Dean Koontz! Thank you Netgalley and Bantam books for an ARC copy! Cannot wait to see what Mr. Koontz writes next!

This is definitely a series that any fan of the techno thriller genre won't want to miss. Be sure to start at the beginning and read the books in order for maximum enjoyment. This title brings the fast and furious tale to a close and, as I've said since I finished THE SILENT CORNER, this collection should definitely be made into a miniseries or a single blockbuster movie on the big screen!

What's it about -- well, in a nutshell: "Nanoweb brain implants; adjusted people shorn of free will, memories edited; human beings turned into bio machines programmed to kill; thousands on the Hamlet list slated for extermination...the Arcadian story" of utopia with unimagined power and riches for those at the top tier. And only one woman, ex FBI agent, Jane Hawk, might be able to bring it all down. She's been on the run using every possible evasion technique and trick since her husband committed suicide. She's hidden her 5-year-old son, Travis, from those who seek to use him as a bargaining chip to trap her. She has a few good souls on her side, however, and perhaps she can come up with a plan to foil the rise of the Techno Arcadians and save America. NO SPOILERS.

The writing is typical Dean Koontz verbosity with endless detail, simile and metaphor but the pace is fast and the bad guys are REALLY bad. Lots of action, dramatic description of maiming and murder, and the eventual climactic struggle between good and evil where the good guys win! We hope.

I've really enjoyed this series and was happy with the author's departure from the supernatural bent as this was slightly more believable and I prefer tentative reality. I have read almost every book Koontz has written -- a huge collection with lots of variety and some quite interesting and strange characters. Although sorry to reach the end of a fun series, I'm looking forward to finding out what subject Koontz will tackle next.

Thank you to NetGalley and Bantam Books for the e-book ARC to read and review. Don't miss it!

The Night Window is a fitting conclusion to an exciting series on the rogue FBI agent Jane Hawk. Don't expect to meet up with all the characters you've met that helped Jane so far fight the Arcadians. They were there when Jane needed them to fight the'dastardly nano-technology plans to takeover society. Expect more deaths of innocents and the creation of more adjusted people. You will meet a new batch of characters to hate and characters to cheer. People are waking up and willing to take a stand. You'll find the plot moves around to introduce the good and the bad not just focusing on Jane. Koontz is giving you all the bits and pieces needed to follow through to the conclusion of the book and its satisfactory, but all too brief, conclusion. I hate to say goodbye to Jane Hawk. She has been a character to delight in demanding my attention through each of the books in the series. Koontz has excelled and brings his creative story to a final applause.