Rising Sun by Michael Crichton

Rising Sun

Michael Crichton

399 pages • first pub 1992 (view editions)

fiction crime mystery thriller challenging informative mysterious fast-paced
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Rising Sun by Michael Crichton is ideal for readers drawn to intricately plotted thrillers that blend cultural tension with high-stakes corporate intrigue, offering a fast-paced exploration of hidden power dynamics.

Description

In a novel set within the arena of volatile Japanese-American relations, business moguls compete for control of the international electronics industry.

Community Reviews

3.37
based on 2,796 reviews

Moods

mysterious: 81%

tense: 65%

dark: 29%

informative: 29%

adventurous: 26%

challenging: 21%

reflective: 11%

emotional: 4%

sad: 3%

relaxing: 1%

Pace

42% of readers chose fast
48% of readers chose medium
9% of readers chose slow
fast
medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

77% of readers chose Plot
18% of readers chose A mix
3% of readers chose Character
Plot
A mix
Character

Strong character development?

13% of readers chose Yes
15% of readers chose Complicated
66% of readers chose No
3% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Loveable characters?

18% of readers chose Yes
34% of readers chose Complicated
44% of readers chose No
2% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Diverse cast of characters?

55% of readers chose Yes
26% of readers chose Complicated
17% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Flaws of characters a main focus?

25% of readers chose Yes
31% of readers chose Complicated
38% of readers chose No
4% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

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