In Paris, a physicist dies after performing a laboratory experiment for a beautiful visitor.

In the jungles of Malaysia, a mysterious buyer purchases deadly cavitation technology, built to his specifications.

In Vancouver, a small research submarine is leased for use in the waters off New Guinea.

And in Tokyo, an intelligence agent tries to understand what it all means.

A deftly-crafted techno-thriller, in true Crichton style, State of Fear is an exciting, stunning tale of global conspiracy that not only entertains and educates, but will make you think.