Koontz does have a few digs in against the collectivist mindset, in every one of his novels. Dog lover, too, he loved his Trixie and I think still grieves for her. I believe I have read nearly every one of his books. Very entertaining for the sci-fi, psychological thriller genre fan. He veers into the mystical frequently as well, with a Christian element, albeit not overt.
Thanks, Trib...I’ll check him out!
See ya’,
Ed