Richard Preston

2 summariesThriller, Mystery, Science Fiction

Richard Preston is an American author known for his works that often explore themes of science and biology. His notable books include "The Cobra Event," a thriller centered on bioterrorism, and "The Demon in the Freezer," which examines the dangers of smallpox and bioweapons. Most of his works in the catalog are fiction.

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Books by Richard Preston

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The Cobra Event
Richard Preston
4.0 (14k) average on GoodreadsThriller
A lone terrorist unleashes a biological weapon, turning a New York City teenager's head cold into a gruesome act of self-cannibalization, sparking a silent race against a global pandemic with real-world implications.
The Demon in the Freezer
Richard Preston
4.1 (14k) average on GoodreadsThriller
After 9/11, a US virologist races to stop weaponized smallpox, brought back from storage and possibly made into a super-virus.