Inspired by true events, a breathtaking WWII historical novel about the brave American women who trained the British Royal Air Force, by New York Times bestselling author Lorraine Heath.
1941. A talented flier, Jessie Lovelace yearns for a career in aviation. When the civilian flight school in her small Texas town begins to clandestinely train British pilots for the RAF, she fights to become an instructor. But the task isn't without its perils of near-misses and death. Faced with the weight of her responsibilities, she finds solace with a British officer who knows firsthand the heavy price paid in war . . . until he returns to the battles he never truly left behind.
Rhonda Monroe might not be skilled in the air but can give a trainee a wild ride in a flight simulator. Fearing little, she dares to jeopardize everything for a forbidden relationship with a charismatic airman...
Innocent and fun-loving Kitty Lovelace, Jessie's younger sister, adores dancing with these charming newcomers, realizing too late the risks they pose to her heart.
As the war intensifies and America becomes involved, the Girls of Flight City do their part to bring a victorious end to the conflict, pouring all their energy into preparing the young cadets to take to the skies and defeat the dangers that await. And lives from both sides of the Atlantic will be forever changed by love and loss...
Inspired by true events, a breathtaking WWII historical novel about the brave American women who trained the British Royal Air Force, by New York Times bestselling author Lorraine Heath.
1941. A talented flier, Jessie Lovelace yearns for a career in aviation. When the civilian flight school in her small Texas town begins to clandestinely train British pilots for the RAF, she fights to become an instructor. But the task isn't without its perils of near-misses and death. Faced with the weight of her responsibilities, she finds solace with a British officer who knows firsthand the heavy price paid in war . . . until he returns to the battles he never truly left behind.
Rhonda Monroe might not be skilled in the air but can give a trainee a wild ride in a flight simulator. Fearing little, she dares to jeopardize everything for a forbidden relationship with a charismatic airman...
Innocent and fun-loving Kitty Lovelace, Jessie's younger sister, adores dancing with these charming newcomers, realizing too late the risks they pose to her heart.
As the war intensifies and America becomes involved, the Girls of Flight City do their part to bring a victorious end to the conflict, pouring all their energy into preparing the young cadets to take to the skies and defeat the dangers that await. And lives from both sides of the Atlantic will be forever changed by love and loss...
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February 1, 2022
Perfectly balancing tragedy and triumph, Heath's latest (after Scoundrel of My Heart, 2021) gives readers a war romance that keeps the pages turning. In a small Texas town in 1941, the British Royal Air Force arrives to be trained. Jessie Lovelace grew up flying with her dad and is able to assist in training the men. She fights to get a higher position as a flight instructor but faces discrimination. She finds solace in the arms of a British officer, though their time together may be limited. Kitty Lovelace is very eager to spend time with the young cadets. Warned not to fall for the men, as they are only visiting, Kitty finds herself quite attached to one in particular when tragedy strikes. Jessie's dear friend Rhonda also finds herself involved with a British officer, who comes with his own secrets and struggles, but together they mean to overcome troubles all in the name of love. This is a historical romance filled with love and loss but ultimately a hopeful journey for all. HIGH-DEMAND BACKSTORY: With this unique take on a WWII tale, best-selling romance author Heath's first foray into women's fiction is bound to attract her legion of fans and some new ones as well.COPYRIGHT(2022) Booklist, ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
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February 21, 2022
Heath (the Rogues in Texas series) offers a crackerjack story inspired by a woman pilot from Texas who helped train RAF cadets for WWII. Jessie Lovelace, 24, dreams of following in the footsteps of her twin brother Jack, who signed up to serve as a pilot with the RAF. When her family’s airfield becomes a training ground for RAF pilots, Jessie jumps at the chance to be an instructor but is initially turned down for in-flight training. Instead, she and her friend Rhonda Monroe help teach pilots in an on-ground simulator for night flying. Jessie is drawn to wing commander Royce Ballinger, but feels disloyal to her rancher boyfriend Luke. As the town embraces the arrival of the cadet pilot trainees, Jessie’s 16-year-old sister, Kitty, becomes enamored of the young men, and Jessie eventually secures a position as an in-flight instructor. But when the U.S. enters the war, the remote threat becomes much more real, and Jessie’s romance with Royce is complicated by the risk of heartbreak when he returns home to fight. Heath’s magnetic narrative pulls readers in with its depiction of Jessie’s complicated love life and determination to overcome the limitations placed on her gender. With this riveting story, Heath makes a successful pivot from romance to historical fiction. Agent: Robin Rue, Writers House. -
Elise Hooper, author of Fast Girls
"Girls of Flight City takes a little-known bit of World War II history from a small Texas town and creates a heart-warming story about the power of connection. This is a wonderful story about love, hope, sacrifice, and finding community in unexpected places." — Elise Hooper, author of Fast Girls
"In Girls of Flight City, Lorraine Heath delivers a touching tale of the WWII home front. The story of the women who trained RAF pilots in Texas before the US entry into the war shows the sacrifice and dedication of the brave women called to serve their cause. With vibrant characters and gripping action sequences, Girls of Flight City is a sure to be a favorite with fans of WWII fiction. A well-researched pleasure to read."
— Aimie K. Runyan, bestselling author of Daughters of the Night Sky and Across the Winding River"Girls of Flight City is an engaging, inspiring story crafted from the real history of a small Texas town during World War II. The women who broke through barriers and trained RAF pilots before the events of Pearl Harbor did so with courage, sacrifice, love, and friendship, and Girls of Flight City immerses the reader into their lives every step of the way. A fascinating, well-researched, and deftly-written read." — Kelly Bowen, author of The Paris Apartment
"Perfectly balancing tragedy and triumph, Heath's latest gives readers a war romance that keeps the pages turning. With this unique take on a WWII tale, best-selling romance author Heath's first foray into women's fiction is bound to attract her legion of fans and some new ones as well." — Booklist
"Heath's magnetic narrative pulls readers in with its depiction of Jessie's complicated love life and determination to overcome the limitations placed on her gender. With this riveting story, Heath makes a successful pivot from romance to historical fiction." — Publishers Weekly
"The author's talent for chemistry is as bold as the fireworks that explode in the first chapter." — Kirkus Reviews
"One of the legends of historical romance." — NPR
Praise for Lorraine Heath: "Heath is known for her beautiful, deeply emotional romances." — Washington Post
