Not being a huge historical fiction fan, I embarked upon reading this book and was taken on what felt like an amazing journey. This book is the author's first and she has done an exceptional job. I can't wait to read her future books. This attempt at historical fiction is not your traditional Victorian Era or Prairie Life book that many historical fiction fans are accustomed to reading. This has the excitement of flying high in bomber planes that our dedicated war veterans may have experienced. The story takes place during the war and encompasses friendship and a sweet love story along with a few unexpected challenges. The author draws you in and challenges you emotionally and spiritually. For these reasons alone, I loved this book. Want to know more? I guess you will have to pick it up and read it for yourself. Happy Reading! Book has been provided courtesy of Baker Publishing Group and Graf-Martin Communications, Inc. Available at your favourite bookseller from Revell, a division of Baker Publishing Group".
Publishers’ Synopsis:
Will a chance meeting in a time of war change her life forever?
Never pretty enough to please her gorgeous mother, Allie will do anything to gain her approval--even marry a man she doesn't love. While Allie has nearly resigned herself to that fate, Lt. Walter Novak--fearless in the cockpit but hopeless with women--takes his last furlough at home in California before being shipped overseas.
Walt and Allie meet and begin a correspondence that will change their lives. As letters fly between Walt's muddy bomber base in England and Allie's mansion in an orange grove, their friendship binds them together. But can they untangle the secrets, commitments, and expectations that keep them apart?
Book 1 in the Wings of Glory series, A Distant Melody is an exciting and tender story of love, courage, and sacrifice during World War II.
Thank you so much for your lovely review! I'm so glad you enjoyed Walt & Allie's story.
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