‘13th Warrior’ (1999) a mellow take on ‘Eaters of the Dead’

Michael Crichton Monday (Movie review): This fairly tame adaptation of “Eaters of the Dead” is technically impressive, especially in the battles.

Crichton’s ‘Scratch One’ (1967) a too-tangled web

Michael Crichton Monday (Book review): Crichton introduces an Everyman answer to James Bond in his overly ambitious second John Lange novel.

Michael Crichton Monday (Movie review): This sequel to Crichton’s breakthrough film has been mined for ideas by the writers of TV’s “Westworld.”

Michael Crichton Monday (Book review): In the last of his three 1990s non-SF novels, Crichton again makes a seemingly bland topic enthralling.

Michael Crichton Monday (Book review): Setting aside sci-fi, Crichton makes a strong case that sexual harassment is about power, not gender.

TV review: The Scorpius rex steals the show, but “Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous” Season 3 is a winner all around.

Michael Crichton Monday (Book review): Crichton mixes a hardboiled murder mystery with Japanese corporate intrigue. It’s outdated but engrossing.

Michael Crichton Monday (Book review): The layperson knows his first novel as “The Andromeda Strain,” but it was actually “Odds On.”

Michael Crichton Monday (Movie review): I can see why “Sphere” is disliked by many, but I’m surprised it’s not loved by more SF enthusiasts.

Michael Crichton Monday (Book review): Unlike most Crichton novels, “Sphere” is a puzzle box. On your first read, you don’t know what it’s about.