Foreign Body Audiobook

" This book had great potential. I listened to the unabridged version on 10 CDs. The story stretched out over the first 9 discs and then had a rushed, and quite predictable, culmination in the last 40 minutes of the 10th disc, leaving me feeling cheated...or something like that. This was not his best book, but it was still mostly enjoyable. I have to say, though, that I wouldn't recommend it to anyone who has never read Cook before for fear they might not pick up another. "

" Robin Cook, a doctor/author writes his tales around a current medical issue. This one was about medical tourism, and it really makes you think. "

" Not as good as some of his earlier books, but I enjoyed it. "

" This is the first Robin Cook book that I've read and I simply loved. If you want to read a nice easy read fiction, this is the one for you! "

" Fairly predictable Robin Cook formula, but this did delve into a topic I had not read about before - medical tourism. Good read. "

" Foreign Body by Robin Cook (2008) "

" suprised myself. Wasn't able to finish it. I usually really like Robin Cook, and the story line in this one is okay...the writing just seemed very amateurish. I never would have guessed it was written by Cook. In fact after the first 10-20 pages I had to double check the author for myself. "

" Basically good, but a little too long winded at times. It could have been more exciting. "

" Too much pfaff and too many sucky characters. "

" It took me a while to read this book, and I had the feeling that I had read it before. Some typos were bothersome. "

" Disappointing. When I first started reading his books, I loved them, but after you've read a few, they're all the same. I had two more checked out from the library, but took them back without reading them. "

" very typical Robin Cook. I always enjoy his books but there never seems to be much variation in his "template" "

" It was all I could do to finish this book. It was not typical of Robin Cook. "

" OK beach reading , but not one of his bests. "

" Liked the book, but had expected a little bit more towards the end. "

" I enjoyed this book and didn't find it as frightening as some of his other books. I have no intention to go to a foreign country to have surgery so I wasn't worried about it happening to me. Some of his other books keep me in good health because I just don't want to be in a hospital! "

" I always enjoy reading medical fiction! Though most of Robin Cook could for sure happen. This one kept my attention from a professional view as well as intrigue! A little slow toward the end but I think that is because I was impatient to see how it ended! "

" Listening to this on CD. Boring. Don't think I will finish. "

" I liked the story line here, but really hated the writing style of the author. I don't know what it was exactly that I didn't like. His conversations between characters seemed totally unrealistic I think. Anyway, I probably will not read another book by this author. "

" Medical tourism in India - total escape with a great plot. I enjoyed it! "

" One of his better mysteries. Good characters, interesting setting, etc. "

" This seemed to be another Robin Cook book except set in India. Not bad, bud didn't hold my interest real well. "

" First Robin Cook I've read in awhile. It was a quick read, interesting medical mystery. "

" I remember starting this book after watching a mini web series that sparked the interest. I think if you have not seen his mini web series you may feel a little lost. I watched it and loved it. It help fit some pieces together, "

" Not Dr. Robin Cook at his best.. Nonetheless,a good read... The plot based in the Indian Subcontinent is a little far from reality... The India portrayed in the book, the land of kings, and elephants, has long changed... That seems to be the eternal failure in the story... "

" the medical tourism idea is nice but too predictable plus the dialogue is not natural,too many uncommon words,a give it 2 out of 5 "

" this book was flat, unexciting, and totally disappointing. Don't read it. The only reason I listened through the whole thing was because I bought it. I shouldn't have bought it. But I was duped. robin cook can be such a great writer. why has he let his standards slip. "

" Another good Robin Cook story. Love how the plot is written around the idea of healthcare being more affordable in foreign countries as well as competitive with American standards. "

" I wish I had read some reviews before I picked this up on impulse from the library. I agree with those who chided Cook for his overuse of exclamation points, tedious plot, and unrealistic dialogue. His editor should be fired. "

" Not as spell binding as previous books, but interesting, nevertheless. "

" Sorry Mr. Cook I've always liked your books but this one was pretty bad. "

" I'd forgotten how good Cook's books are. He's always up-to-date on all of the latest medical topics. "