The Eagle Has Fallen

[Alanus]

I have a different opinion.

Why do we need fictional novels when reality outcomes fiction? Or why twist reality to make a fiction?
Will we have someday a good real story, where I can learn things in a pleasant way?

Hello, Jori

As you say, fiction is a twist on reality. That's why it's fiction. It arrives in various forms, some of it structured to complete historical grounding, while other novels (or short stories) morph into alternate history, even alternate reality... as in the case of sci-fi, which can be written within a historical context. Surprisingly, we can "learn things in a pleasant way" even within fiction.

I can't speak for Brian, but I'm sure he'll post an answer. Personally, I have written a novel that doesn't stray from historical truth, but it has metaphysical elements. Likewise, I wrote a "tale" so outrageous that no-one could possibly believe it, even though it appeared within a historical setting. Fiction is fun to read. To many authors, it's the highest form of good writing; all you've got to do is hone the art of it.

There are certainly novels that respect history to the letter, such as those by Peal Buck and James Mitchner. But we cannot fault Brian or Rosemary for introducing conjecture where no proof of the POOF exists. ;-)