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Airframe

Michael Crichton
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Airframe

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006

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Michael Crichton

Airframe

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006
Book Details
Pages

431

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Los Angeles, California • 1990s

Publication Year

2006

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Airframe by Michael Crichton, a quality assurance executive named Casey investigates a fatal in-flight accident involving a commercial aircraft. The novel unfolds by examining the aviation industry's complexities, exploring the technical, aeronautical, and human factors contributing to aviation incidents.

Reviews & Readership

4.1

90,712 ratings

62%

Loved it

29%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Airframe by Michael Crichton has been praised for its fast-paced narrative and meticulous research, providing a gripping look into the aviation industry. However, some readers found the technical jargon overwhelming and the character development lacking. Overall, it is a compelling thriller for those intrigued by procedural dramas and aviation technology.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Airframe?

Readers who enjoy Airframe by Michael Crichton are likely fans of techno-thrillers, detailed technical and scientific explanations, and high-stakes corporate drama. Similar to those who appreciate Tom Clancy’s The Hunt for Red October or Robin Cook’s Coma, these readers crave intricate plots and meticulously researched backgrounds.

4.1

90,712 ratings

62%

Loved it

29%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

431

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Los Angeles, California • 1990s

Publication Year

2006

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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