‘Eaters of the Dead’ (1976) digs into Viking lore
Michael Crichton Monday (Book review): Crichton takes a crack at making the “Beowulf” lore accessible for modern readers.
Crichton takes new track in ‘Great Train Robbery’ (1975)
Michael Crichton Monday (Book review): The author trades science fiction for historical fiction and gives an eye-opening look at 1850s London.
Crichton’s ‘Congo’ (1980) illustrates nature’s power
Michael Crichton Monday (Book review): “Congo” is less focused than his other thrillers, but it’s a sneaky man-versus-nature novel.
Crichton warns of mind control in ‘Terminal Man’ (1972)
Michael Crichton Monday (Book review): Mind-control via computers never became a thing. But that only makes “The Terminal Man” more fascinating.
Wilson’s ‘Andromeda Evolution’ (2019) a strong sequel
Michael Crichton Monday (Book review): Daniel H. Wilson’s sequel to “The Andromeda Strain” is a neat way to satiate fans’ hunger for more Crichton stories.
‘Andromeda Strain’ (1969) launches a career, genre
Michael Crichton Monday (Book review): With its gripping reportage style, Crichton’s debut under his own name is the epitome of a techno-thriller.
‘Camp Cretaceous’ Season 2 mixes dino action, mystery
TV review: Season 2 offers lessons for kids about teamwork, trust and using each person’s skills. And the dinosaur action is outstanding.
‘Andromeda Strain’ movie (1971) seems longer than TV miniseries (2008)
Michael Crichton Monday (Movie and TV reviews): The film is a faithful adaptation of Crichton’s book, but the miniseries is better.
‘Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous’ appeals to geeks, kids
TV review: “Camp Cretaceous” Season 1 successfully walks the tightrope, giving something to both kids and adult “Jurassic Park” geeks.
‘Westworld’ Season 3 steps into a larger world
First episode impressions (TV review): Season 3 of HBO’s “Westworld” starts with one of the series’ best episodes to date.