A Case of Need
by Jeffery Hudson, Michael Crichton
A Case of Need by Jeffery Hudson, Michael Crichton holds a well received rating of 3.60 out of 5, based on 14.1K reader ratings. First published in 1968. The book spans 416 pages.
About A Case of Need
Written as Jeffery Hudson in 1968.A Case of Need is Michael Crichton's award-winning debut novel, written shortly after he completed his medical internship. Set against the ever-building pressure and pace of a large Boston medical center, the tensions flare-and explode-when a surgical operation tragically ends in death, raising countless questions. Was it accidental malpractice? A violation of the Hippocratic oath? Or cold-blooded murder?
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Jeffery Hudson, Michael Crichton |
| Published | 1968 |
| Pages | 416 |
| Genres | Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Suspense, Science Fiction |
| Average Rating | 3.60 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 14,109 |
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What genre is A Case of Need?
A Case of Need is categorized as Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Suspense. Its primary genre classification is Science Fiction.
Is A Case of Need worth reading?
Based on 14.1K reader ratings, A Case of Need has an average score of 3.60 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is A Case of Need?
A Case of Need has 416 pages.
Who wrote A Case of Need?
A Case of Need was written by Jeffery Hudson, Michael Crichton. It was first published in 1968.
What is the ISBN for A Case of Need?
The ISBN-13 for A Case of Need is 9780451210630.0.
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