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On the forty-fifth floor of the Nakamoto Tower in downtown L. A. a grand opening celebration is in full swing at the new American headquarters of the immense Japanese conglomerate. On the forty-sixth floor, in an empty conference room, the dead body of a beautiful woman is discovered. The investigation begins. . . and immediately becomes a headlong chase through a twisting maze of industrial intrigue. . . a no-holds barred conflict in which control of a vital American technology is the fiercely coveted prize - and the Japanese saying 'business is war' takes on a terrifying reality. . .
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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
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What a powerful story! What a magnificant writer! If you have not read anything by Michael Crichton, after reading this book you will be hooked. Rising Sun has all the ingredients and spices of a breath-taking thriller: the pace, the characters, the storyline. If you decide to watch the film, please read the book afterwards. While the film is very good but after reading the book the film will seem weak. At least let a few days pass by before you watch the film so that the excitement of the book wears off a little.
12 of 13 people found the following review helpful
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Even though this book is over ten years old it is absolutely amazing and still very relevant. It basically serves as a medium by which the author describes and explains how Japanese companies are beter than American / Western ones. The author describes how Japanese culture results in greater efficiency and a impressive work ethic which and how this has made Japan the modern economic super power it is today. After living in Japan for six months myself I find it hard to disagree with the author. Yes, this book is controversial, or was more so at the time of original publication but thats because it tells the truth and is heavily based in fact. The bottom line? Westerners are stupid and lazy and this lets the Japanese walk all over them in business.
8 of 9 people found the following review helpful
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I have read a lot of novels from a lot of authors. Some of my favourites are A painted house by John Grisham and The hades factor by Robert Ludlum. But when i read Rising Sun i forgot about them. Rising Sun is the best novel i have ever encountered.
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On the 45th floor of the Nakamoto tower in downtown L.A a grand opening celebration is in full swing. On the 46th floor, in an empty confrence room 1 person rapes a girl and murder's her. Then the people find a dead body of a sexy girl. The investigation begins and immediately becomes a headlong chase through a twisting maze of industrial intrigue. The barred conflict in which control of a vital american technology is the fiercely coveted prize- and the Japanese saying "business is war" takes on a terrifying reality.....
Please buy Rising Sun you wont be dissapointed. Its a value for money and a good read. As you read, the plot thickens and twists and turns. There are many suspects to the girl's murder Eddie Sukamoro, Senator Riley, Senator Morton, Weasel Wilhelm but its up to you to read and find out.
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Interesting
We all know how good Michael Crichton was. No need for an introduction. This book is well docummented, page-turning, interesting and easy to read.
Published on 22 Nov 2009 by Carlos Garcia Martín
Dark Foreshadowing of Present Times
During current times when the whole economic structure of our country is in collapse and when presidential candidates speak of the middle class like it's an endangered species, one... Read more
Published on 24 Oct 2008 by Douglas P. Murphy
Typical Crichton
Almost brilliant. The only thing that spoiled it slightly was the fact that the story kind of dragged towards the end. But this is something to be expected with Crichton. Read more
Published on 19 Oct 2007 by MASTER SK SELVARAJ
Potentially good detective story ruined by sermonising
Crichton sets up an intriguing murder nystery for our detectives to solve, and spices it by intimating that the clash between US and Japanese cultures would make this a difficult... Read more
Published on 14 Nov 2004 by Tim C. Taylor
Excellent Book
For someone, like me, who is struggling to learn Japanese, this book is excellent as it not only contains a few (simple) Japanese words that you can feel proud of yourself for... Read more
Published on 27 July 2003 by Fiona Wynn
Very readable
Mr. Crichton has once again excelled himself here. He produces a compelling novel, whilst also attempting (and succeeding) to relate complex background information. Read more
Published on 10 Oct 2001
WARNING:
Once you pick it up, you won't want be able to put it down. Make sure you inform your family that you will be out of it for a while. BRILLIANT, one of Michael Crichton's best.
Published on 24 Jan 2000
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