State of Fear Review

     I was extremely entertained by the ending of State of Fear. I usually don't enjoy reading, especially extremely long text, but I absolutely enjoyed it. I have never been so engulfed in a book ever in my life. I was completely wrapped up in the action of the Gareda Island section when they had to go against a terrifying cannibalistic tribe and the ELF corporation in order to reduce the effects of the tsunami. I was really able to relate to this section through other stories and movies I have read and seen. Movies such as Tears of the Sun, and Blood Diamond, helped me create visuals of the events and characters in the cannibalistic village part. These films take place in South African villages, but they still posess some of the same characters and rituals. They have child soldiers which capture and kill off intruders, and they also have scenes that portray the same events as they did in the book. Overall I really enjoyed this book because it engaged me one hundred percent throught the whole read. I'm very excited to start into Next for our next novel project. I think Michael Crichton is an outstanding author.