Sphere - Softcover

Crichton, Michael

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ISBN 10: 0062044915 ISBN 13: 9780062044914

Publisher: HarperCollins, 2011

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“Ingenious and beguiling.”
—Time

“Crichton keeps us guessing at every turn in his best work since The Andromeda Strain.”
—Los Angeles Times

“Sphere may be Crichton’s best novel, but even if it ranked only second or third, it would be a must for suspense fans.”
—Miami Herald

A classic thriller from #1 New York Times bestselling author Michael Crichton,Sphere is a bravura demonstration of what he does better than anyone: riveting storytelling that combines frighteningly plausible, cutting edge science and technology with pulse-pounding action and serious chills. The gripping story of a group of American scientists sent to the ocean floor to investigate an alien ship, only to confront a terrifying discovery that defies imagination,Sphere is Crichton prime—truly masterful fiction from the ingenious mind that brought usPrey, State of Fear, and Jurassic Park.

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Praise for PREY: Crichton s books [are] hugely entertaining. --New York Times Book Review"

Crichton writes superbly the excitement rises with each page. --Chicago Tribune"

Praise for STATE OF FEAR: One of our most gifted popular novelists... Crichton s fecund imagination and considerable storytelling talent have brought pleasure to millions. A master. --Los Angeles Times"

Praise for PREY: "Crichton's books [are]...hugely entertaining."--New York Times Book Review

"Crichton writes superbly...the excitement rises with each page."--Chicago Tribune

Praise for STATE OF FEAR: "One of our most gifted popular novelists... Crichton's fecund imagination and considerable storytelling talent have brought pleasure to millions. A master."--Los Angeles Times

About the Author:

Michael Crichton (1942--2008) was the author of the groundbreaking novels The Andromeda Strain, The Great Train Robbery, Jurassic Park, Disclosure, Prey, State of Fear, and Next, among many others. His books have sold more than 200 million copies worldwide, have been translated into thirty-eight languages, and have provided the basis for fifteen feature films. He was the director of Westworld, Coma, The Great Train Robbery and Looker, as well as the creator of ER. Crichton remains the only writer to have a number one book, movie, and TV show in the same year.