This book is a classic and perfect reading for those not sure if abductions are a reality. Firstly, credibility is heightened (IMO) because the late Dr. John Mack was professor of psychiatry at Harvard Medical School, which at the least indicates his successful comprehension of the human brain and mind, and infers many years of "experience" exploring such. Secondly, he employs a more scientific-method in his research and properly cites previous findings (which appeals to the intellect). Thirdly, he provides detailed accounts of each abductee which is fascinating. I did, however, often skip his "discussions" at the end of each case, but this was because of my eagerness to read accounts instead of theories.

The subtitle for this brilliant book is Seven Incredible True Stories of Alien Abduction. If you have accepted alien abduction as a probable truth, then this book is a very worthwhile read. For me, it filled in more of the little gaps in my understanding and curiosity about abductions. One particular man not only gave intricate details of his many abductions, including his conversations with his abductors, but he also provided 40 or more drawings that I felt added volumes to his accounts. I was riveted to this book. But I love first-hand accounts and prefer them immeasurably over theory books, as I like to build and sort my own mental database of details and come to my own conclusions.