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Summary: what was he thinking?
Review: This book is crap. The idea that he was trying to go after is good, but the way that he executed the novel was almost retarded. It is definately unbelievable and should never have been printed. This was the worst book that I have read by him and the only reason that I finished the novel was to see what other ridiculous things Cook concocted. Two words for this book: table leveler.
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Summary: Cook's worst
Review: I have read most books that Robin Cook has written, and this is definetely his worst. The characters as well as the events are completely unrealistic.
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Summary: Good and bad
Review: This book is written in the typical engaging and page-turning Cook medical suspense style. The character of Kim, and her search for self-confidence and family history, is particularly well-developed. Likewise the Salem witch trial history bit is well-done. However, large parts of the book are rather poorly-done and/or over-done. The extensive plot line about the night creatures who, for a start, kill Edward's dog is just incredible. The evidence of these creatures' identity is all around the researchers and they unbelievably ignore it. Cook uses these creatures to turn a workable and enjoyable medical suspense plot into an over-done gothic novel. Cook also incorrectly casts Prozac and other depression-lifting drugs as personality-changing drugs. The end scene of the medical research facility is unbelievable, and the reader is likewise disappointed with Kim at the end -- she's spent the novel finding her own strength and independence, and she winds up happy mainly because she's with a man.
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Summary: Cook does disservice to real-life chemists
Review: In his novel, Cook does a disservice to real-life chemists by trivializing and misrepresenting the drug discovery process. Drugs take years to be discovered, tested, and marketed, and are under the utmost federal scrutiny. As a doctor, Cook should take some responsibility to educate his readers with reality as well as to entertain.
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Summary: A Predictable Ending
Review: A very interesting story. I really enjoyed the historical part of the book. Although, I thought the ending was a bit predictable. Not one of his best, but a page turner. If you are into the Salem witch trials you will enjoy this book.
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Summary: An amazing read start to finish
Review: In the beginnig of the book we meet Elizabeth and have no idea what's going to happen to her. They talked about the evidence there. And every time Kim got close to the evidence and had to go someplace else you felt for her. A truly engaging character. Edward got what he deserved. Robin Cook writes amazing, intelligent books. And has a new one coming out, can't wait.
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Summary: Great Book!
Review: Cook's outdone himself in this one. The storyline is spellbinding and the subject matter is so timely since antidepressent drug use is widespread. Great mix of reality and bizzare. I loved this book.
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Summary: A great escapist read
Review: I enjoyed this book, which I bought on a vacation escape to Boston, Cape Cod and yes, Salem. The plot is plausible and, up until the last few pages, a beliveable explanation of why the Salem Witch Hunts occurred, but I thought the ending was a bit over the top. Nonetheless, it was an enjoyable, light, vacation-type read.
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Summary: The ending does not disappoint!!!
Review: This is my 3rd Cook book (Chromosome 6 and Vital Signs are the other two) and it has left me wanting to read more of his books. My favorite part of the book was Elizabeth's secret evidence and the page-turning final chapter.
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Summary: Keeps you turning page after page
Review: It only took me 6 days to finish this book, even though it is a 300+ page book. Great from start to end. One of Robin Cook's best. Highly recommended medical suspense thriller!
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