Staggerwing

"What a great book! It reads with the intrigue of a Louis L'Amour novel and the introduction into the aviation world of Ernest Gann. I read it cover to cover in two settings. Great insights into the emotions and adrenaline of the air race." - John Bagley, Reno Air Race pylon pilot"Staggerwing was a plane that marked a turning point in the history of aviation. Maggie also represents a turning point for women everywhere. She is bold, independent, and capable. She balances education, work, and family, all while pursuing her dreams - amazing aspirations that were once well out of reach for females." - Brad Wilcox, PhD, Brigham Young University professorSTAGGERWING is historical fiction based on the thrilling 1936 cross-country Bendix Trophy race, when female aviators challenged the male pilots and the women won. This novel takes the facts of the race and adds a mysterious legend with some romance mixed in, pairing a beautiful, audacious, stunt-rider pilot with an enigmatic Argentine polo player. Against a backdrop of Hollywood glamor, intrigue, and hair-raising exploits, Maggie Rockwell and Fernando Underwood join forces in the most dangerous race of their time.