Eruption - Michael Crichton & James Patterson

Eruption

By Michael Crichton & James Patterson

  • Release Date: 2024-06-03
  • Genre: Mysteries & Thrillers
Score: 4
4
From 2,638 Ratings

Description

The biggest thriller of the year: A history-making eruption is about to destroy the Big Island of Hawaii. But a secret held for decades by the US military is far more terrifying than any volcano.

“The book is a classic summer beach read...Eruption will revive the art of speed-reading...told with a singular voice that is a compelling amalgam of the two writers.”—USA Today

Eruption is an epic thriller…fast-paced and deeply considered…a cinematic story rooted in science and infused with plenty of heart, tackling big themes like love and loss.”
Time

 
The master of the techno-blockbuster joins forces with the master of the modern thriller to create the most anticipated mega bestseller in years. 

Michael Crichton, creator of Jurassic Park, ER, Twister, and Westworld, had a passion project he’d been pursuing for years, ahead of his untimely passing in 2008. Knowing how special it was, his wife, Sherri Crichton, held back his notes and the partial manuscript until she found the right author to complete it: James Patterson, the world’s most popular storyteller.

“Red-hot storytelling... The action scenes will make readers’ eyes pop as the tension continues to build." –Kirkus, starred review

“Explosive…the summer’s ultimate literary mashup.” —Washington Post

"Takes readers on a thrilling journey." —BBC

"Beachbag-ready." —Boston Globe

“A seismic publishing event…all the elements of a summer blockbuster…it’s a thrill and the pages practically turn themselves.” —Associated Press

Eruption is this summer’s literary version of a blockbuster action movie.” –Los Angeles Times

"Breakneck and plausible." —Publishers Weekly

Reviews

  • Not the depth I expected

    3
    By Teddy and Susie
    This book was an easy read. The writing style was somewhat elementary. At one point I googled the title to see if it was written for pre-teens or teenagers. I was home ill and looking for a quick read.
  • A curiosity of disasters

    4
    By tmeyer
    Sad but well written, with some expected some unexpected twists
  • The ending was anticlimactic

    4
    By curlupandreadabook
    The story line was inventive but it drug on a bit. The story was written to be filmed as evidenced by the ending.
  • Movie please!

    4
    By Samnite100
    Bring it on….!
  • James Paterson

    3
    By Shalart
    James Paterson Need I say more?
  • One of the Best

    5
    By BrietlingBoy
    Not to sound trite, but this was one of the best books I’ve read in some time. Strong characters, swirling emotions, and never-ending suspense held me captive. I couldn’t put it down for any length of time.
  • Fast paced

    5
    By Dullam
    This book is fast-paced and intense. If you have ever been to Hawaii you will especially enjoy the story.
  • Atrocious

    1
    By KelseyKay327
    The most boring man garbage writing. I couldn’t finish it. Save your money and skip this snooze fest.
  • Meh….

    1
    By Mackinnon2001
    Rushed and kind of sloppy. Disappointing.
  • Weak

    1
    By Honesty Abe 1313
    Poor job researching relevant topics