Do I believe in UFOs? Well, of course I do. There are thousands of reported sightings, many of which can’t be explained away. Do I believe they’re extraterrestrial? Ah. Hmm. Maybe, though I wouldn’t put money on it. But do I LIKE to believe they’re extraterrestrial? Sure — it’s fun! And there may be evidence to support that belief. Some of the information in these accounts made my blood run cold!
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Mary Louise Ruehr is a books columnist for The Portager. Her One for the Books column previously appeared in the Record-Courier, where she was an editor.
There are so many great Latin American authors writing today. Let’s take a look at three of their recent novels.
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It seems that recently the lists of new releases and bestsellers are filled with stories about mysterious maids. And why do their names always seem to start with “M”? What’s going on?
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I have added a new novel to my all-time favorite reads. “The Women” by Kristin Hannah is, simply, dazzling. This is one of the best reading experiences I’ve ever had.
Oh, the miseries women in history have gone through, just because of biology. Check out these wonderful historical novels.
I’ve been reading semi-biographies of real people. You could call them biographical fiction or novelized life stories.
I’ve got some great “thriller” stories for you, but they have a long, slow buildup with moments of tension.
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I enjoy a good legal thriller, but it’s hard to find one that isn’t part of a series! That said, I found some exciting reads.