Books like Bad Blood by John Carreyrou

John Carreyrou’s book, published on May 21, 2018, chronicles the rapid ascent and eventual downfall of Theranos, the high‑profile Silicon Valley biotech firm founded by Elizabeth Holmes. The work details how the company’s dramatic claims about fast, affordable blood‑testing technology led to widespread acclaim and investor confidence—only to be revealed as fraudulent. Carreyrou’s reporting uncovers the extensive corporate deception, regulatory failures, and dangerous implications for patients. It provides an in‑depth case study of corporate fraud, securities law violations, and the regulatory environment surrounding emerging medical technologies. The book has earned critical acclaim, including the 2018 Financial Times and McKinsey Business Book of the Year Award, and remains a key reference for understanding modern corporate misconduct and the biotech industry.

First publish date: 2018