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Dragon Teeth

Michael Crichton
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Dragon Teeth

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2017

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Michael Crichton

Dragon Teeth

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2017
Book Details
Pages

295

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

American West • 1870s

Publication Year

2017

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

14+ years

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Super Short Summary

Dragon Teeth by Michael Crichton follows a young student in the 1870s who joins a fossil-hunting expedition in the American West. He becomes embroiled in the fierce competition between two paleontologists while navigating challenges from both nature and human adversaries. The narrative blends historical elements with adventure.

Reviews & Readership

4.1

54,662 ratings

71%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Dragon Teeth by Michael Crichton is lauded for its captivating depiction of the historical Bone Wars and rich, immersive storytelling. Critics appreciate its well-researched historical context and engaging adventure elements. However, some find character development lacking and the plot somewhat predictable. Overall, it is a thrilling historical fiction that blends fact and fiction effectively.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Dragon Teeth?

A reader who would enjoy Dragon Teeth by Michael Crichton is likely a fan of action-packed historical fiction with elements of science and adventure. Comparable to fans of Jurassic Park by Crichton and The Lost World by Arthur Conan Doyle, this reader appreciates gripping narratives set against the backdrop of significant historical events.

4.1

54,662 ratings

71%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

295

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

American West • 1870s

Publication Year

2017

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

14+ years

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