The world of thrillers just got a whole lot hotter with the release of Eruption, a collaboration between the titans of the genre, Michael Crichton and James Patterson. This posthumous completion of a Crichton manuscript, finished by Patterson, promises a heart-pounding race against time as a massive volcanic eruption threatens Hawaii – and a hidden secret threatens the world.
The blurb for Eruption paints a picture of dual disasters. The Big Island of Hawaii faces a volcanic eruption of epic proportions, but that’s just the tip of the molten rock. A decades-old military secret lurks beneath the surface, threatening to turn a natural disaster into something far more terrifying.
The opening pages of Eruption waste no time in thrusting you into the heart of the impending crisis. We meet Dr. Amy Lin, a volcanologist stationed in Hawaii, as the ground begins to tremble:
“The tremor hit with a sickening lurch, the trailer swaying like a ship in a storm. Amy scrambled out, heart hammering against her ribs. The normally clear morning sky was choked with a thick, brown haze. In the distance, a plume of ash rose like a monstrous, writhing serpent, blotting out the sun.”
Fans of both authors are sure to be excited. Crichton’s genius for weaving scientific fact into thrilling fiction is legendary (think Jurassic Park), and Patterson is known for his fast-paced, plot-driven narratives. Eruption seems poised to deliver the best of both worlds: a meticulously researched science thriller that keeps you on the edge of your seat. Reviews for Eruption have been glowing. Critics laud it as an “epic thriller” with “breathtaking” scope and characters you’ll root for. Comparisons are being drawn to Crichton’s classic works, with praise for the way it tackles “big themes” alongside the pulse-pounding action.
Is Eruption Right for You?
If you crave a summer read that will take you on a thrilling journey filled with volcanic catastrophe, scientific intrigue, and high stakes, then Eruption should be at the top of your list. So grab your copy, find a comfy spot, and prepare to be swept away by this scorching new tale. If this interests you, feel free to buy it from Amazon using this affiliate link.