A Case of Need

A Case of Need

By Michael Crichton
Published: Open Road Media Mystery and Thriller, 2013
Pages: 434
Genre: Thriller, Mystery
Amazon, Goodreads

"Is fire always right?"

"No," he said. "But it is always hot and compelling."

About the book: In 1960s Boston, the Randall family is a highly esteemed family of doctors. The medial community goes into a frenzy when surgeon JD Randall's daughter dies from a botched, illegal abortion. Is it malpractice or something more sinister?

A Case of Need is a solid medical drama thriller for those who enjoy the genre and subject. It was written by Michael Crichton after he finished medical school in 1968. As a debut, it's an alright book. A Case of Need is certainly not Jurassic Park or Congo, but it's not bad for a free ebook on Amazon.

This novel is not something I'd be dying to read, nor did it keep me up at night. The characters were well-written, and, honestly, every time I read a Michael Crichton book I learn something new. Some say his books are dated but I imagine they were cutting edge when first published. I don't mind reading "outdated" books because it reminds me how far technology has come these days.

I wouldn't say A Case of Need is very suspenseful, but I would recommend it to those who like medical dramas like Grey's Anatomy. I thought it was OK and something I enjoyed reading while searching for the right book to read.

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