We can't understand the marketing ploy here
by David Hinkle 
{ Aug 16th 2007 at 7:00PM }
To celebrate the release of Michael Crichton's latest book Next, residents of the UK (we assume, given that there aren't really any published rules) have a chance at winning a DS, along with a copy of the book. Not that you care about the book (books are so 1990), but winning a new DS Lite couldn't be better, right?All you have to do is head over here, fill out a short form and you're done. Simple enough, right? We think so.
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
Charles @ Aug 16th 2007 8:14PM
I've been a fan of Michael Crichton's books ever since the Jurassic Park movie came out when I was 12. I haven't read Next yet, though. Too busy playing video games, I mean working...
Katotetu @ Aug 16th 2007 11:24PM
I've loved Crichton since I first read Timeline in 7th grade, since then I've bought all his new books (and even got Prey as a birthday present). He's a great author, but I really don't know why it's a DS and Next.
I mean, there is not even a handheld gaming device MENTIONED in Next. I read it.
fischju @ Aug 17th 2007 1:23AM
Hmm, I should read this new book. I've been a fan since I read The Andromeda Strain when I was 12
AgentESPIO7 @ Aug 17th 2007 1:48AM
They're offering a DS because there's nothing better you could win in a sweepstakes =D
...except maybe 2 DS's.
NeoteriX @ Aug 17th 2007 3:01AM
I really enjoyed Prey.
Martin @ Aug 17th 2007 9:11AM
So those in the UK have to wait 6 months for books too? That's f'd up right there.
HowlinMadMurdoc @ Aug 17th 2007 10:04AM
that doesn't make sense, I purchased a hardcover copy of Next in the UK months ago, how can it be only released now?
zack @ Aug 17th 2007 10:56AM
Are we sure this site is legit? They want my address and phone number, and I can't find a privacy policy anywhere here.
zack @ Aug 17th 2007 11:00AM
Oops. Found it.
Your Lost Socks @ Aug 17th 2007 7:20PM
I care about the book, that's who. :P Chrichton rocks. Not as much love as I have for Stephenson, but he still rocks.