Good story, needs editing

Mr. Jeram-Croft’s novel about his father’s experiences as a Naval pilot seconded to the RAF during the Battle of Britain is fascinating. I just wish that he’d had a copy editor to go over his manuscript before it went to print.

The story of a young man— a teenager— volunteering to help protect his nation at the outbreak of the war, and then his first involvement in aerial fighting against German bombers and fighters, is an exciting story. That so much of it is historically accurate makes it that much better.

Unfortunately, the book is full of grammatical errors, particularly in the misuse of commas and run-on sentences, which interrupt the flow of the narrative. Just in the second chapter I counted more than fifteen such errors.

The story itself is interesting enough, though, that I continued reading— not my usual wont. I will probably read the sequel as well, despite my frustration; I am interested in learning how the Royal Navy got over both its prejudice against flying and its lack of decent planes. Thomas D115 1 follower

Great Introduction To A Marvelous New Series

This is the beginng of a great WWII Air Story with lots of action And a very touching romance to keep it flowing.
Not just the usual action & problem stories, but some very unique tales that are just purely fiction. A great lineup of interesting characters & Adventures.
This story to me was a very helpful Prequel.
Fans of Spitfires & Merlins will enjoy, but also be introduced to an interesting variety of other aircraft & tales. Hard to put down. Chris Flanagan5

I d the different slant on the Battle of Britain the author gave in this novel, that is setting it in the South West and having it from a Fleet Air Arm pilots point of view.
The authors flying background and knowledge of the subject made for realistic aerial battles and conflict within the RAF regarding tactics during the battle.
It did get a little Boys own at the end, but it kept my interest and thats all I ask for with this sort of novel. I would recommend to anyone interested in WW2 air warfare. D.M. FletcherAuthor 1 book3

Exciting story

I really enjoyed this book. The author knows his stuff and reading this was a bit experiencing all the flying that goes on.
I have taken off at night in a light aircraft with only a car with headlights to show the end of what passed for a runway, so the rescue passage was very real. I’ve even flown from Biggin Hill, which features.
If you non stop action this is the book for you. MR CHRISTOPHER402 3

Superb

From the moment I first lifted the front cover and started to read, I knew that I had a superb book. The story is so well told that you don't need to have an active imagination to see the characters, and the story unfold. Thank you for a wonderful and very enjoyable book. Mac Bogert68 3

nicely done

It’s very UK in its tone and pace. If you’re not in a hurry, you’ll love this. The plane sequences show a real experience with, and love of, flying. Very precise and gripping story of the Battle of Britain. Jenning b. Varney9

wow whatabook

What can I say that would describe this book. it is one of
The
Best books that I have
Every read. And I Have read hundred
Of books. I REALLY COuld not
Put the book down Gerald E Shaw104 1 follower

Great book

Save that it must have been edited by a machine in it's development stages, very early at that. Irritating spellings and missing words, must try harder. 09/01274

Read it

Well written,good storyline,what more could you ask for. Thoroughly enjoyed reading the prequel ,now of to Amazon for the rest of his exploits. Mr R2

Excellent reading using well known places in the story, adding to the interest of the reader. Rick34

Naval Air

Well written and keeps your attention. Some of the best air combat sorties I've read. I wish to give this book an additional 2 thumbs up. Steven Morgan16

Realistic and Fun

The first in the series is quite good. The realistic flying and history are well integrated. Enjoyed the brief spy episode as well. Dianne P. Walker283 3

Never a dull moment

I started with book 2 but loved it so much that I read book 1 and will now go on to book 3. Excellent writing, excellent reading!! Thank you! Robert W Waterman74

Good story

One of the most enjoyable war novels I've had the pleasure of reading in years. Hats off to the author. Gerald Good25

Excellent

Well researched and written. Easy reading. A good mix of flying and life including some romance. Details of aircraft are superb. Tom Rasmussen1 review

great ending

Great book! Could hardly put it down. Look forward to reading the next chapter in the adventures of John and Heather. Kathy Fritschi106

Best of both worlds

Exciting flying adventure with technical details but doesn’t get bogged down and keeps up a lively pace. This a good read for anyone interested in air warfare. James Holliday27

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Really enjoyed this book. Novels set in this time frame and from the British prospective are some of my favorite reads. John D Gordon6

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