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Micro

Michael Crichton, Richard Preston
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Micro

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2011

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Michael Crichton, Richard Preston

Micro

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2011
Book Details
Pages

424

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Hawaii • Contemporary

Publication Year

2011

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

HL700L

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Super Short Summary

Micro by Michael Crichton and Richard Preston is a techno-thriller involving a group of graduate students who are thrust into perilous circumstances in a Hawaiian rainforest. They must navigate myriad dangers as they uncover advanced technologies and hidden motives. The story blends scientific intrigue with dramatic survival elements.

Reviews & Readership

3.8

45,626 ratings

55%

Loved it

29%

Mixed feelings

15%

Not a fan

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Micro by Michael Crichton and Richard Preston blends science with thrilling adventure, appealing to fans of techno-thrillers. Critics praise its imaginative premise and fast-paced narrative but note that character development and scientific plausibility may lack depth. Overall, it's an engaging read for those seeking excitement over realism.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Micro?

A reader who enjoys Micro by Michael Crichton and Richard Preston is likely a fan of science-driven thrillers and techno-adventures. Similar to Jurassic Park, this novel combines cutting-edge science with intense action, making it ideal for readers who appreciate a blend of scientific exploration and suspenseful storytelling.

3.8

45,626 ratings

55%

Loved it

29%

Mixed feelings

15%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

424

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Hawaii • Contemporary

Publication Year

2011

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

HL700L

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