The master of the techno-blockbuster joins forces with the master of the modern thriller to create the most anticipated mega bestseller in years.
Michael Crichton, creator of Jurassic Park, ER, Twister, and Westworld, had a passion project he’d been pursuing for years, ahead of his untimely passing in 2008. Knowing how special it was, his wife, Sherri Crichton, held back his notes and the partial manuscript until she found the right author to complete it: James Patterson, the world’s most popular storyteller.
“Red-hot storytelling… The action scenes will make readers’ eyes pop as the tension continues to build.” –Kirkus, starred review
“Explosive…the summer’s ultimate literary mashup.” —Washington Post
“Takes readers on a thrilling journey.” —BBC
“Beachbag-ready.” —Boston Globe
“A seismic publishing event…all the elements of a summer blockbuster…it’s a thrill and the pages practically turn themselves.” —Associated Press
“Eruption is this summer’s literary version of a blockbuster action movie.” –Los Angeles Times
“Breakneck and plausible.” —Publishers Weekly