James Patterson Completes Michael Crichton's Unfinished Volcano Thriller

'Eruption' brings to life a long-lost manuscript about Mauna Loa's catastrophic potential, blending Crichton's original vision with Patterson's storytelling.

• Michael Crichton began the 'Eruption' manuscript 20 years ago before his death in 2008.
• Crichton's widow, Sherri, enlisted James Patterson to complete the novel using Crichton's extensive research.
• The story has been updated to the present day, incorporating modern elements and contemporary references.
• The novel features a geologist protagonist navigating multiple disasters, including a supervolcanic eruption.
• 'Eruption' is the latest in a series of posthumous works published under Crichton's name.

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