Mary Doria Russell

Mary Doria Russell (born August 19, 1950) is an American author. Russell has become widely known for her two novels which explore one of science fiction's oldest concepts: first contact with aliens. In this framework she also explores the even older issue of how one can reconcile the idea of a benevolent deity with pain and evil in the world.

Quotes

 * One minute, she was in the State of Puerto Rico and the next minute, she was in the State of Persistent Vegetables.
 * The Sparrow, Ballantine Books, 1996, page 115.