First published 1991
On a remote island, scientists have cloned dinosaurs from ancient DNA, creating a high-tech theme park filled with the resurrected prehistoric beasts. But when a power failure sets the deadly creatures loose, the scientists and tourists must fight for survival against these long-extinct predators. In this thrilling cautionary tale, Michael Crichton explores the unintended consequences of genetic engineering run amok.
Genres: fiction, science-fiction, adventure, thriller
Vibes: fast-paced, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: man-vs-nature, survival
Setting: Jurassic Park, Costa Rica, Isla Nubar, United States
Period: 1989
459 pages · Paperback · Arrow Books