![]() The mental states of the characters are a major source of tension and plot development. ![]() The real reasons behind the attack unfold as the pages turn. ![]() Unsurprisingly, the cast of characters is cut off from the surface by a storm, and their habitat comes under attack. Johnson’s psychological insights and understanding of group dynamics under pressure play a key role as the situation turns sour. As I read it, I swear I had trouble breathing because of the stale, compressed, helium-rich air! We read the story from the point of view of middle-aged psychology professor Norman Johnson, who clearly has no business enduring the physical rigors of deep ocean life. Sphere is a first-rate white-knuckle story set deep underwater, with strong sci-fi themes in the form of potential contact with alien life. There are authors whose books are as good as Crichton’s, but MC has a gifted style all his own that no one has been able to replicate. ![]() Nobody-and I mean nobody-writes like Michael Crichton. ![]()
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