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Strange: Paranormal Realities in the Everyday World
Every day, very ordinary people are having extraordinarily strange experiences. In one of the most insightful investigations ever published, using the most up to date evidence and refreshingly open-minded approaches, Strange reveals previously unrecorded true-life tales like these …
MEETINGS WITH A new husband haunted by his predecessor … a woman receiving a visit from her friend, not knowing the friend is now dead … a child’s face peering out from a sofaENCOUNTERS WITH Police pursuing balls of light in a car chase across country roads … Nuclear power station workers watching craft arise from beneath the sea … A couple “called” into their garden to witness an uncanny displayPSYCHIC A soldier whose out-of-body experience enables him to be retrieved alive from battlefield carnage … A psychic experiment so intense that a glass smashes against a wall … A military officer whose premonition saves his colleagues from being caught in an invasionBIZARRE A woman whose car is unexpectedly flown into the sky by an invisible force … Crop circles that materialise unseen just metres away from bystanders … A timeslip that sends a delivery truck back into the early 1900s
Sceptics dismiss all such encounters – but what if they are wrong? What unconventional causes could be behind such astounding experiences and what are the huge implications? Will new AI-enhanced revelations turn humanity’s entire understanding of reality upside down? Strange demonstrates that it is time to take an important new look at anomalous phenomena.
MEETINGS WITH A new husband haunted by his predecessor … a woman receiving a visit from her friend, not knowing the friend is now dead … a child’s face peering out from a sofaENCOUNTERS WITH Police pursuing balls of light in a car chase across country roads … Nuclear power station workers watching craft arise from beneath the sea … A couple “called” into their garden to witness an uncanny displayPSYCHIC A soldier whose out-of-body experience enables him to be retrieved alive from battlefield carnage … A psychic experiment so intense that a glass smashes against a wall … A military officer whose premonition saves his colleagues from being caught in an invasionBIZARRE A woman whose car is unexpectedly flown into the sky by an invisible force … Crop circles that materialise unseen just metres away from bystanders … A timeslip that sends a delivery truck back into the early 1900s
Sceptics dismiss all such encounters – but what if they are wrong? What unconventional causes could be behind such astounding experiences and what are the huge implications? Will new AI-enhanced revelations turn humanity’s entire understanding of reality upside down? Strange demonstrates that it is time to take an important new look at anomalous phenomena.
280 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 8, 2025
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July 28, 2025
“Paranormal definitely does exist.”
Strange by Andy Thomas was so intriguing!! I was absolutely sucked in from the very beginning and ate every single story up. If you love hearing ghost stories or alien encounters, and about near death experiences or any other supernatural phenomena then this book will be your jam! Strange is comprised of a lot of short stories that are easy to digest, I actually hope they turn this book into a show. I believe we are surrounded by all kids of strange phenomena and synchronicities and I love hearing stories about them. I listened to the audiobook and the narrator did a wonderful job. 👽🛸
I would like to thank Dreamscape Media and NetGalley for giving me an ARC (which did not sway my opinions or review).
Strange by Andy Thomas was so intriguing!! I was absolutely sucked in from the very beginning and ate every single story up. If you love hearing ghost stories or alien encounters, and about near death experiences or any other supernatural phenomena then this book will be your jam! Strange is comprised of a lot of short stories that are easy to digest, I actually hope they turn this book into a show. I believe we are surrounded by all kids of strange phenomena and synchronicities and I love hearing stories about them. I listened to the audiobook and the narrator did a wonderful job. 👽🛸
I would like to thank Dreamscape Media and NetGalley for giving me an ARC (which did not sway my opinions or review).
March 3, 2026
Last year we reviewed a book called Deep Weird by Jack Hunter. This year we review Strange. As the author says truth is often stranger than fiction, written by British author and researcher Andy Thomas, is an accessible exploration of the mysterious, anomalous, and unexplained phenomena that have fascinated humanity for generations. Known for his work on alternative history and the unexplained, Thomas takes readers on a wide-ranging journey through topics that challenge the mainstream narrative. Even though in many things I disagree with the author - especially on his conspiracy theory ideas - his writing style captivated me and I could not let the book down because not only does he have a very good taste of humor but because he has a very balanced way of presenting the stories that were entrusted to him by people who attended his lectures.
In Strange, Thomas curates an engaging collection of case studies, reports, and curiosities that span a wide range of themes—from UFOs, ghosts, and psychic phenomena to conspiracies, lost civilizations, and prophetic dreams. Rather than diving too deeply into any single topic, the book functions more like a comprehensive overview or primer on the world of the unexplained. This makes it particularly suitable for readers who are new to these topics, though even seasoned researchers may find new cases and perspectives that pique their interest.
One of the book’s strengths lies in Thomas’s balanced tone. While clearly sympathetic to alternative explanations and open to the existence of paranormal phenomena, he avoids sensationalism. He presents stories and theories with curiosity and respect, often juxtaposing them with skeptical viewpoints. This allows readers to form their own opinions while being guided by a well-informed narrator.
Cultural Reflection: The book isn’t just about mysteries; it also delves into how societies react to the unexplained and how belief systems evolve in response to strange phenomena.
The main critique of Strange might be its breadth: because it covers so much ground, readers looking for deep, scholarly dives into specific subjects might find it too general. However, this appears intentional—the book is meant as a thought-provoking tour, not a technical manual.
Strange is a well-written, thought-provoking, and entertaining book that encourages readers to look beyond the surface of accepted reality. Andy Thomas’s calm, inquisitive style invites both skeptics and believers to the table, making it a valuable contribution to the literature on the unexplained. Whether you're a curious newcomer or a seasoned explorer of the mysterious, Strange will likely leave you questioning what you thought you knew—and eager to learn more.
In Strange, Thomas curates an engaging collection of case studies, reports, and curiosities that span a wide range of themes—from UFOs, ghosts, and psychic phenomena to conspiracies, lost civilizations, and prophetic dreams. Rather than diving too deeply into any single topic, the book functions more like a comprehensive overview or primer on the world of the unexplained. This makes it particularly suitable for readers who are new to these topics, though even seasoned researchers may find new cases and perspectives that pique their interest.
One of the book’s strengths lies in Thomas’s balanced tone. While clearly sympathetic to alternative explanations and open to the existence of paranormal phenomena, he avoids sensationalism. He presents stories and theories with curiosity and respect, often juxtaposing them with skeptical viewpoints. This allows readers to form their own opinions while being guided by a well-informed narrator.
Cultural Reflection: The book isn’t just about mysteries; it also delves into how societies react to the unexplained and how belief systems evolve in response to strange phenomena.
The main critique of Strange might be its breadth: because it covers so much ground, readers looking for deep, scholarly dives into specific subjects might find it too general. However, this appears intentional—the book is meant as a thought-provoking tour, not a technical manual.
Strange is a well-written, thought-provoking, and entertaining book that encourages readers to look beyond the surface of accepted reality. Andy Thomas’s calm, inquisitive style invites both skeptics and believers to the table, making it a valuable contribution to the literature on the unexplained. Whether you're a curious newcomer or a seasoned explorer of the mysterious, Strange will likely leave you questioning what you thought you knew—and eager to learn more.
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