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The Terminal Man

Michael Crichton
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The Terminal Man

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2002

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Michael Crichton

The Terminal Man

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2002
Book Details
Pages

268

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Los Angeles, California • 1970s

Topic
Publication Year

2002

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

690L

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Super Short Summary

In Michael Crichton's The Terminal Man, a man with a history of violent seizures undergoes experimental brain surgery to control his condition. However, the procedure has unintended consequences, leading to a gripping exploration of technology, consciousness, and control.

Reviews & Readership

3.7

30,342 ratings

44%

Loved it

42%

Mixed feelings

14%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Michael Crichton's The Terminal Man offers a gripping blend of medical and technological suspense. Critics praise its immersive narrative and provocative themes on human-machine interaction. However, some find character development lacking and the plot somewhat predictable. Overall, it's a compelling read for fans of science fiction and medical thrillers.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Terminal Man?

Fans of Michael Crichton's The Terminal Man often enjoy fast-paced techno-thrillers that delve into the ethical and societal implications of advanced technologies. Comparable to Jurassic Park or Robin Cook's Coma, readers fascinated by the intersection of science and suspense will find this book compelling.

3.7

30,342 ratings

44%

Loved it

42%

Mixed feelings

14%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

268

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Los Angeles, California • 1970s

Topic
Publication Year

2002

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

690L

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