Best-Selling Suspense Author Mary Higgins Clark Dies At Age 92

Best-Selling Suspense Author Mary Higgins Clark Dies At Age 92

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9th - 10th Grade

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Mary Higgins Clark, known as the Queen of Suspense, passed away peacefully at 92, surrounded by family and friends. She authored over 40 bestselling suspense novels, focusing on female protagonists overcoming danger. Her works sold over 100 million copies in the US. Clark had a unique bond with her readers, always knowing what they wanted and surprising them with each book. She is survived by her five children and six grandchildren.

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How did Mary Higgins Clark's publisher describe her passing?

In a hospital

Peaceful and surrounded by family

Sudden and unexpected

During a public event

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What genre is Mary Higgins Clark best known for?

Science fiction

Romantic novels

Suspense novels

Historical fiction

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What was a common theme in Mary Higgins Clark's books?

Historical events

Male heroes in fantasy worlds

Science and technology

Female protagonists overcoming danger

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How many copies of Mary Higgins Clark's books are in print in the US?

150 million

100 million

75 million

50 million

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What was Mary Higgins Clark's unique ability according to her former editor?

Bonding with readers and surprising them

Predicting future trends

Writing in multiple languages

Creating complex scientific theories