Lady Flyer

Heather B Moore

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Lady Flyer

Lady Flyer

Heather B Moore

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Description

Based on a true story and set against the backdrop of WWII, a young woman's love of flying becomes an epic fight for identity and equality.

In the quiet town of Houghton, Michigan, sixteen-year-old Nancy Harkness discovers a passion that ignites her heart in ways she never expected. The arrival of barnstormer pilots brings more than just the thrill of their daring stunts; it brings the promise of adventure. Nancy vows she will be a pilot someday.

Years later, as the dark clouds of World War II gather on the horizon, Nancy's dreams take a new and daring turn. With unwavering determination, she envisions a squadron of female pilots. Yet, her path is far from clear. The male-dominated world of aviation pushes back, determined to keep women out of the skies.

But Nancy isn't alone in her quest for equality. Jackie Cochran, a formidable aviatrix and Nancy's rival, has her own dreams and ambitions for women in aviation. As they both navigate the turbulent skies of a nation at war, their destinies intertwine in a story of rivalry, respect, and competition.

About the Author

Heather B. Moore is a USA Today bestselling and award-winning author of more than seventy publications, including The Paper Daughters of Chinatown and Under the Java Moon. She's lived on both the east and west coasts of the United States, including Hawaii, and attended school abroad including the Cairo American College in Egypt and the Anglican School of Jerusalem in Israel. She loves to learn about anything in history and, as an author, is passionate about historical research.

Critical Reviews

"In Heather B. Moore's exciting historical novel Lady Flyer, a trailblazing World War II pilot and fierce advocate for women's equality takes a stand that changes women's futures in the military. . . . The steady narrative alternates between the grim realities of the war and warm vignettes that cover Nancy's blossoming romance, married life, and strong friendships with other women pilots. . . . Nancy's emotions are palpable throughout. Engaging historical novel."-- "Foreword Reviews" (6/24/2024 12:00:00 AM)

"Moore [succeeds] in capturing the squadron's determination and bravery in the face of skeptics and in creating a memorable portrait of Harkness as an inspiring feminist pioneer. Recommended for historical fiction readers who enjoy both the WWII home front setting and learning about real-life remarkable women."-- "Library Journal" (7/23/2024 12:00:00 AM)

"Moore's fans will relish her trademark meticulous research and warm portrayal of Nancy and Bob's love story and the close bonds formed between the women pilots, more than 30 of whom lost their lives in service of their country."-- "Booklist" (7/25/2024 12:00:00 AM)

Publishing Information

Publisher: Shadow Mountain
Pub date: 2024-09-03
Length: 416 pages

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