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Michael Crichton

Jurassic Park

Michael CrichtonFiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1990

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Michael Crichton

Jurassic Park

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1990
Book Details
Pages

464

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Isla Nublar • 1990s

Topic
Publication Year

1990

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

13+ years

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Super Short Summary

Jurassic Park by Michael Crichton tells the story of eccentric CEO John Hammond, who creates an amusement park with live dinosaurs cloned from ancient DNA. When the park's security systems fail, chaos ensues, leading to dangerous encounters between the visitors and the dinosaurs. Several characters must navigate the perilous park to survive, highlighting the unpredictable nature of science and nature. Violent dinosaur attacks and human fatalities are depicted throughout the story.

Suspenseful

Adventurous

Mysterious

Exciting

Informative

Reviews & Readership

4.4

1,009,708 ratings

77%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Michael Crichton's Jurassic Park captivates readers with its thrilling plot and scientific plausibility. Its fast pace and compelling characters keep the narrative engaging; however, some critics find the technical details overwhelming and the character development lacking. Despite this, the novel remains a landmark in science fiction, blending suspense with imaginative exploration.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Jurassic Park?

Readers who enjoy Jurassic Park by Michael Crichton typically have a penchant for thrilling, science-based adventure novels. They are likely fans of speculative fiction and similar works like Arthur C. Clarke's 2001: A Space Odyssey and James Rollins' Amazonia, which combine cutting-edge science with gripping storytelling.

4.4

1,009,708 ratings

77%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

464

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Isla Nublar • 1990s

Topic
Publication Year

1990

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

13+ years

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