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In Tokyo, in Los Angeles, in Antarctica, in the Solomon Islands . . . an intelligence agent races to put all the pieces together to prevent a global catastrophe.
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“…he understands science and how to separate fact from fiction. Impressive documentation.”
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“…this proves a pleasant way of learning a lot worth knowing.”
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“[A] snappy eco-thriller.”
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“[Crichton’s] expert manipulation of tension pays off in page-turning dividends. Cunningly orchestrated mayhem.”
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“A deftly crafted action/adventure novel.”
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“A gripping techno thriller that…spares no expense when it comes to adventure, suspense and, ultimately, satisfaction.”
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“A master. A connoisseur of catastrophe.”
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“An exciting story…in the hands of a master story-teller like Crichton, it’s good entertainment.”
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“Cliffhanging action sequences.”
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“Crichton has written a book that deserves to be taken seriously.”
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“Crichton knows how to craft a tale, one that keeps the reader turning the pages.”
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“Definitely page-turning.”
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“Every bit as informative as it is entertaining. And it is very entertaining.”
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“Fascinating for how Crichton was trying to make the very absence of fear spooky.”
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“Fast-faced and a fun read. A breath of fresh air.”
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“For thriller fans, STATE OF FEAR is the perfect tonic for a weekend when you’re snowbound.”
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“He imparts science while entertaining readers.”
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“In STATE OF FEAR Crichton weaves a stunning fiction around the issue of global warming.”
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“In STATE OF FEAR, Michael Crichton delivers a lightning-paced technopolitical thriller...every bit as informative as it is entertaining.”
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“Michael Crichton’s new book will appeal to your inner techie.”
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“One of the real pleasures of Crichton’s books is their erudite polish.”
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“Provocative and controversial. [Crichton] marries compelling subject matter with edge-of-your-seat storytelling.”
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“Scary? You bet.”
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“STATE OF FEAR grabs you from the start.”
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“STATE OF FEAR is a valuable education in the guise of entertainment. Do yourself a favor and buy it.”
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“STATE OF FEAR is an exciting yarn.”
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“STATE OF FEAR is Michael Crichton’s best.”
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“STATE OF FEAR is replete with heart-pounding suspense.”
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“STATE OF FEAR is the world’s first page-turner that people will want to read in one gulp.”
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“Terrific fun.”
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“The king of the techno-thriller has once again given us a gripping, action-packed yarn.”
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“The thrills of Crichton’s latest are interspersed with fascinating facts and data. Perhaps his most serious and important book yet.”
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“There’s no one else like him…a fast, fun read.”
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“This is definitely one for the Christ…Plenty of thrills, chills and spills. STATE OF FEAR is required reading.”
