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16-bit pixel art illustration depicting the Theranos scandal, showing Elizabeth Holmes holding a blood vial, malfunctioning lab equipment, journalists, and warning screens, inspired by Bad Blood by John Carreyrou.

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Bad Blood Book Review John Carreyrou

January 29, 2026

Bad Blood is a gripping, meticulously reported account of the Theranos scandal and a powerful indictment of Silicon Valley’s obsession with vision over verification. John Carreyrou reveals how storytelling, prestige, and fear silenced skepticism, turning a failed technology into a multibillion-dollar illusion. Essential reading for anyone serious about leadership, governance, and ethical business.