A woman with a troubling gift and a man with a terrifying talent collide in a battle of wills. Makani Hisoka-O’Brien possesses the ability to see others' deepest secrets with a mere touch, a power that frightens her due to the dangerous knowledge it imparts. Rainer Sparks, conversely, uses his talent for uncovering others' problems to his advantage, profiting from their misfortunes through any means necessary, including murder. Their paths are destined to cross in Southern California, igniting a conflict between good and evil with potentially shattering consequences.

The premise of Last Light, a novella by Dean Koontz, sets up a classic confrontation between protagonists with opposing supernatural abilities and moral compasses. The narrative is likely to explore the psychological toll of such powers and the inevitable collision of good and evil. As a prelude to a larger novel, it probably focuses on establishing the characters and their core conflicts efficiently. The author's established reputation suggests a focus on suspenseful pacing and a blend of thriller elements with supernatural intrigue.