Description
Next by Michael Crichton is a science fiction techno-thriller that explores the rapidly evolving field of genetics and biotechnology. The novel weaves together multiple interconnected storylines to examine how advances in genetic research are reshaping ideas of identity, ownership and what it means to be human.
As scientists, corporations and individuals become entangled in experiments involving genetic manipulation and commercialisation of DNA, the narrative highlights the unpredictable consequences of innovation moving faster than regulation or ethical control. Crichton grounds the story in real scientific concepts while extending them into speculative scenarios, creating a fast-paced and thought-provoking exploration of modern biotechnology.
Blending science, tension and ethical questioning, this novel is best suited to readers who enjoy science fiction with a strong basis in real-world scientific developments and their potential future impact.
