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New York Times bestselling author Michael Crichton delivers another action-packed techo-thriller in State of Fear.
When a group of eco-terrorists engage in a global conspiracy to generate weather-related natural disasters, its up to environmental lawyer Peter Evans and his team to uncover the subterfuge.
From Tokyo to Los Angeles, from Antarctica to the Solomon Islands, Michael Crichton mixes cutting edge science and action-packed adventure, leading readers on an edge-of-your-seat ride while offering up a thought-provoking commentary on the issue of global warming. A deftly-crafted novel, in true Crichton style, State of Fear is an exciting, stunning tale that not only entertains and educates, but will make you think.
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"Wow, a very engaging and thought provoking book! A must read for anyone interested in the controversy surrounding global warming. The only downside was the massive length of this novel, clocking in at 600+ pages! Still well worth the time to sit down and read...perfect for a long weekend at the beach."
— Shane (4 out of 5 stars)
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“Cliffhanging action sequences.”
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“Provocative and controversial. [Crichton] marries compelling subject matter with edge-of-your-seat storytelling.”
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“[A] snappy eco-thriller.”
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“Scary? You bet.”
— People -
“Crichton has written a book that deserves to be taken seriously.”
— New Yorker -
“In State of Fear, Michael Crichton delivers a lightning-paced technopolitical thriller…every bit as informative as it is entertaining.”
— Wall Street Journal -
“Fascinating for how Crichton was trying to make the very absence of fear spooky.”
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“A master. A connoisseur of catastrophe.”
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“This is definitely one for the Christmas list.”
— National Review -
“Michael Crichton’s new book will appeal to your inner techie.”
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“Very enjoyable.”
— Evening Standard (London) -
“Terrific fun.”
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“One of the real pleasures of Crichton’s books is their erudite polish.”
— Slate -
“The thrills of Crichton’s latest are interspersed with fascinating facts and data. Perhaps his most serious and important book yet.”
— Booklist
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A New York Times bestseller
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A #1 Amazon bestseller
State of Fear Listener Reviews
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" Good mix of action and politically based conversations. "
— Krista, 2/17/2014 -
" First book I read on my ereader! "
— Maysa, 2/4/2014 -
" This book could almost make me doubt that global warming is an accepted fact among almost all scientists. "
— Paul, 1/25/2014 -
" The intention behind the boook is good. But it reads like a renegades textbook on Environmental movement. One cannot enjoy it as a novel. As a text book it might be OK. "
— Ashok, 1/22/2014 -
" This is great- the underground issues that consume the environmental field. "
— Natasia, 1/14/2014 -
" Long, convuluted and far too much data. I put this book down many times before I finally finished the story. "
— Krista, 1/2/2014 -
" Some interesting concepts but the story itself was pretty silly and just got sillier as it went. "
— Katherine, 12/20/2013 -
" Not my favorite Crichton novel. Had a few plot holes. I think he was more interested in getting something out that was anti-global warming as opposed to really doing his best work. Still, a good read. "
— John, 12/14/2013 -
" Absurd and slightly offensive. "
— Ivy, 12/7/2013 -
" I like his books because he comes up with some very timely, interesting stories. "
— Chris, 12/6/2013 -
" I enjoyed the book, and it looks like Crichton really did his research! "
— Boneist, 9/25/2013 -
" A bit slow to start, but eventually I was really into the story and the issues raised. This book really makes you think about how mixing science and politics can lead to some scary outcomes. "
— Lani, 7/21/2013 -
" One of my all-time favorites! "
— Shawn, 1/13/2013 -
" Interesting fiction look at the environmental debates going on. Takes to the extreme the idea of going to any lengths to prove your beliefs are right. Scary in places but eye opening too. "
— Stacy, 7/14/2012 -
" Are you serious? Did you really just pick and choose which citations you would include to trick the lay reader into thinking your book is legitimate scientific research? If you included all those citations, you should really know better than to include only one side of the argument. Shame. "
— Lekan, 6/20/2012 -
" Plot...not so great. Philosophically entertaining...YES. "
— Sean, 6/18/2012 -
" Not his best plot but I really liked the "food for thought" about the press, radical environmentalists, global warming and alikes. I think it would be great for a book club! "
— Cristine, 5/30/2012 -
" This book was gripping and fascinating. Lots of science that I found quite interesting. It is an action book that will keep you enthralled. Once I got into it, I could hardly put it down. "
— Kylene, 4/13/2012 -
" look at the logic n bright side. "
— Qaddy, 3/26/2012 -
" Great topic, not such a good read :( yet I totally agree with the premise!! I do enjoy MC very much, this was just not a "gripper"! "
— Robyn, 1/3/2012 -
" A great fact based book. "
— Clay, 10/25/2011 -
" Excellent, I liked this one a lot. "
— Andy, 5/20/2011 -
" My first Michael Crichton book. I actually really enjoyed this one. I found it similar to the Preston/Child books that I enjoy, where the topic is just beyond my understanding. But not to the point where I feel lost or confused. If anyone has any other Cricthon books they like, let me know. "
— Graham, 5/20/2011 -
" The plot is extremely far fetched and unbelievable. The story obviously consists of a political opinion wrapped in a thin veil of awful pseudoscience. I could forgive that, but it's just plain too cheesy. <br/><br/> "
— Jillwings, 5/16/2011 -
" Crichton really did his research with this one. Excellent insight on global warning intertwined with an excellent story. There were at least three separate times in this book where I could not put it down. "
— Tim, 5/7/2011 -
" From a literary perspective I give this book 3 Stars... but when one recognizes the hard science, documented truth, and Chriton's exposure of Climate gate years before it hits newspapers.. it then becomes a must read. But beware; there are two immoral events in the story. "
— Alan, 5/5/2011 -
" A little slow in the beginning but the ending tied up everything nicely. Really makes you questions the role of corporations and the unquestioning nature of our society towards "scientific data." "
— Kelly, 5/3/2011 -
" WOW! I didn't expect an assault on global warning! Chrichton does a masterful job, a convincing job also, of showing the many many fallacies of global warming and how much of the publicity is driven by money and power. We should all read this before we plunge into the debates. "
— Dad, 4/22/2011 -
" this was entertaining to read. And even though i didn't like the preaching(maybe that was Crichton's intention) and i didn't agree with him, it was quite fun "
— Henry, 4/10/2011
About Michael Crichton
Michael Crichton (1942–2008) is one of the most prolific bestselling authors of all time with over 200 million copies sold worldwide, in forty languages, including Jurassic Park, The Lost World, Sphere, Next, Prey, Disclosure, Eaters of the Dead, and Congo. His books have been adapted into fifteen films, most notably Jurassic Park directed by Steven Spielberg which launched one of the highest-grossing entertainment franchises of all time. A remarkable and versatile talent, Crichton wrote and directed several films including Westworld, The Great Train Robbery (based on his novel), and Coma and created the television series ER. He received his MD from Harvard Medical School and was a postdoctoral fellow at the Salk Institute for Biological Studies. After writing novels under the pseudonyms John Lange and Jeffery Hudson while he was still a medical student, his first bestseller as Michael Crichton, The Andromeda Strain, was adapted into a classic film.
About the Narrators
George K. Wilson is a working actor in stage, film, television, and commercials with almost one hundred audiobook narrations to his credit. He began in broadcast journalism with American Forces Radio and Television and is a graduate of the American Academy of Dramatic Arts. He had a lead role in the cult film classic Attack of the Killer Tomatoes and appeared on television’s One Life to Live, Ryan’s Hope, and The Doctors and has been heard on voice-overs for The Guiding Light and The Cosby Show, as well as many television and radio commercials.
John Bedford Lloyd, Earphones Award–winning narrator, is a graduate of the Yale School of Drama, has appeared in many major motion pictures, including The Bourne Supremacy, Crossing Delancey, The Abyss, The Manchurian Candidate, and Philadelphia. His television credits include Suits, Pan Am, Law & Order, Spin City, and The West Wing.