Free Download | Beastchild | Dean R. Koontz

As the story begins, Hulann, a naoli, is digging through the ruins of an American city when he discovers a man child hiding in the basement of a building. The boy saves his life and Hulann tells him to run away and he won't turn him in. The boy won't go; he's been injured and can't go very far. A friendship develops, as surprising to both of them as it is dangerous. Published in 1970, Koontz's future as a best selling author is foreshadowed. The premise is interesting and the story stirring. Fans of Koontz will enjoy this hard to find science fiction story.