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State Of Fear
Author: Michael Crichton

Book Information
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
Book Type: Hardcover
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ISBN-13: 9780066214139 - ISBN-10: 0066214130
Publication Date: 12/7/2004
Pages: 603


Other Versions of this Book: Audio Cassette, Paperback, Paperback, Audio CD (Unabridged), Audio CD (Abridged), Paperback

Book Description:
The undisputed master of the techno-thriller has written his most riveting -- and entertaining -- book yet.

Once again Michael Crichton gives us his trademark combination of page-turning suspense, cutting-edge technology, and extraordinary research. State of Fear is a superb blend of edge-of-your-seat suspense and thought provoking commentary on how information is manipulated in the modern world. From the streets of Paris, to the glaciers of Antarctica to the exotic and dangerous Solomon Islands, State of Fear takes the reader on a rollercoaster thrill ride, all the while keeping the brain in high gear.


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Top Member Book Reviews

Tom F. (spiffo) wrote on 10/12/2007...

3 member(s) found this review helpful.

Crichton takes on Global Warming. He mixes fact with fiction in this thrilling adventure that takes him from one end of the world to the other chasing enviro-terrorists all the while enlightning his obtuse, if well-meaning, super-liberal buddy. Crichton did his research in this book explaining how the Global Warming "crisis" is all for political gain.

Sarah T. (sarah5775) wrote on 1/27/2008...

2 member(s) found this review helpful.

I really loved Jurassic Park, Andromeda Strain and Prey, so I thought I'd love this. Wow, was I wrong. This book was terrible!! First off, it was just plain boring. Crichton seems to be writing an editorial against global warming rather than a novel. I don't want to read page after page of his opinions on science, I want to read a story. Plus the characters were cardboard cutouts of people and weren't interesting. They were just stock characters, stereotypes with no depth at all and weren't even likable. The book was just plain awful. I couldn't get through it. This was one of the most disappointing books I have ever attempted to read. I hated this so much, I may never pick up a Crichton book again. I want my money back!

Audrey R. (angelrossiter) wrote on 6/16/2006...

2 member(s) found this review helpful.

One of Crichton's more 'explantion-y' books. Still very good

Sherri R. wrote on 1/8/2006...

2 member(s) found this review helpful.

I enjoyed this eco-terrorist suspense story. However, at times, it seemed that there was too much environmental "preaching" in the story. But, despite that, it was a fun book.

Suzanne R. (Suzanne60637) wrote on 11/21/2005...

2 member(s) found this review helpful.

I didn't get very far reading this, because I was turned off by how far-fetched the science was. Since then, I have heard a lot about how irresponsible many experts find the science in this book. So I'd say, Enjoy it, but don't let it convince you that global warming isn't real!

Lori S. (Ethelsmom) - Kings Mtn, NC wrote on 9/7/2007...

1 member(s) found this review helpful.

So much for global warming. A very mesmerizing account of the fallacies concerning the myth of global warming. Read it and try to still beleive in what the media is feeding you.

Mark F. (RocketMan) wrote on 9/6/2007...

1 member(s) found this review helpful.

Great story -- typically Crichton -- also very relevant since the storyline is based on the current Global Warming crisis. One of his best. Book is in excellent shape -- only read once -- even the dust jacket is intact.

Marcos H. wrote on 8/18/2007...

1 member(s) found this review helpful.

Good story and well-written, quite the page-turner. Also, good follow-through with ending that ties everything up better than some of his other books. May change your entire outlook on the environment, or at least make you re-examine your stance on it.

Carol N. wrote on 5/4/2007...

1 member(s) found this review helpful.

Excellent classic Crichton.

Robert K. wrote on 3/4/2007...

1 member(s) found this review helpful.

A brilliant and thrilling fictional account of what harm the current global warming hysteria could wreak if its proponents were to have their way.


Please Rate these Book Reviews

James Z. (Kermit) wrote on 11/16/2009...


It was a very interesting book. Crichton used a lot of actual information to really make you think as the story unwinds. It was an enjoyable read.

John M. (SlickRockRed) wrote on 9/24/2009...


Very informative, and resourceful. Gives a down to earth prespective of the global warming scenerio.

Katy B. wrote on 8/26/2009...


Modern thriller for Global warming fans.

Roxanna M. (em1br2sa3gi4) wrote on 9/15/2008...


Good book. Crichton at his best. Great plot.

Jennifer M. wrote on 9/25/2007...


my husband loved this book..
jen

Al V. (TraderAl1) wrote on 10/22/2006...


Actually this is my wife's book. She says it's typical Crichton stuff. That means she liked it.

Sally W. (Inkstand) wrote on 5/20/2006...


Techno -thriller. From the glaciers of Icelend to the volcanoes of Antarctica, from the Arizona desert to the deadly jungles of the Solomon Islands, from the streets of Paris to the beaches of Los Angeles. The novel races forward on a roller-coaster thrill ride, all the while keeping the brain in high gear.

William Q. (Bamatip) wrote on 3/19/2006...


The latest techno-thriller from Crichton from the glaciers of Iceland to the volcanos of Antarctia,from the Arizona desert to the deadly jungles of the Soloman Islands. A rollercoaster of a thrill ride!

George S. wrote on 1/4/2006...


Hard Cover

Kent F. (kent) wrote on 8/3/2005...


Another good book by Crichton.


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