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The Devil's Teeth: A True Story of Obsession and Survival Among America's Great White Sharks

Susan Casey
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The Devil's Teeth: A True Story of Obsession and Survival Among America's Great White Sharks

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2006

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Susan Casey

The Devil's Teeth: A True Story of Obsession and Survival Among America's Great White Sharks

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2006
Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

Farallon Islands • 2000s

Publication Year

2006

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

16-18 years

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Super Short Summary

In The Devil's Teeth: A True Story of Obsession and Survival Among America's Great White Sharks, Susan Casey chronicles her experiences with scientists studying great white sharks near the Farallon Islands. Through their research, individuals gain insight into these formidable predators and confront their own boundaries of resilience in a harsh, remote environment.

Informative

Mysterious

Suspenseful

Adventurous

Dark

Reviews & Readership

4.3

7,791 ratings

75%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Devil's Teeth captivates with vivid storytelling and rich detail about great white sharks and the Farrallon Islands. Readers praise its engaging narrative and immersive research. However, some find the book's focus occasionally shifts away from the main subject. Overall, it's a compelling blend of adventure and science that draws readers into the world of marine life.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Devil's Teeth: A True Story of Obsession and Survival Among America's Great White Sharks?

Readers who enjoy The Devil's Teeth are typically intrigued by marine biology, adventure journalism, and environmental narratives. Fans of Peter Benchley's Jaws or Sebastian Junger's The Perfect Storm may find this book captivating, as it combines scientific exploration with thrilling storytelling.

4.3

7,791 ratings

75%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

Farallon Islands • 2000s

Publication Year

2006

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

16-18 years

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