Eruption by Michael Crichton Summary
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Crichton's final volcanic masterpiece, completed by Patterson, ignites with "red-hot storytelling" (Kirkus). A thriller so explosive Steven Spielberg secured film rights within weeks. Time calls it "cinematic...infused with plenty of heart" - summer's literary blockbuster you can't miss.
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"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
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"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
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"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
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"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
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