About This Book
A parent would reach for this book when their teenage daughter is struggling to find her voice in a male dominated environment or feels the weight of having to prove herself twice as hard as her peers. It is an ideal choice for the teen who feels like an outsider, whether due to a physical disability or a social status that makes them feel invisible. The story follows Revna and Linne, two young women in a magical version of World War II who must pilot dangerous, scrap metal planes to defend a country that barely acknowledges their rights. While the setting is fantastical, the emotional core is deeply grounded in the realities of female friendship, the pressure of high stakes performance, and the ethics of sacrifice. Parents will appreciate the sophisticated exploration of internalized misogyny and the way the protagonists move from rivalry to a hard won partnership. It is best suited for ages 14 and up due to war time violence and complex political themes. This is a story about finding power when the world tells you that you have none.
