Official Review: Sticks in the Clouds by Willard Howe

Tosdam1 · Post by **Tosdam1** » 06 May 2021, 22:56

The attractive part to me is that the book is historically informative garnished with a little romance. Plus the descriptive aviation experience.
I enjoyed the review, hope to enjoy reading the book as well

Miss_BeckyG · Post by **Miss_BeckyG** » 06 May 2021, 23:04

What a great review! I really enjoyed reading through it. I love books that include historical facts that make understanding of those times better. The historical bit coupled with themes of friendship, faith, love, endurance, and seizing moments gives the book robustness.

Shirley-Tome · Post by **Shirley-Tome** » 06 May 2021, 23:08

It's quite rare to find a book that explores themes around certain values while being equally entertaining, romantic and with certain history lessons. I hope everything worked out for Matt eventually.

Chrystal Oaks · Post by **Chrystal Oaks** » 06 May 2021, 23:17

Covering an era and area of history that doesn't seem to be discussed much, this historical fiction novel explores this time period which is well-written and memorable. I'm looking forward to reading this book. Great review!

Howlan · Post by **Howlan** » 06 May 2021, 23:19

Seems like an interesting and nice plot with historical elements in it. Thanks for the great review!

ReviewerDiksha · Post by **ReviewerDiksha** » 06 May 2021, 23:28

Though I like historical fiction, my interest lies in the eras before the time period explored in this book. I will most likely not read this book. However, your review makes it sound like a great one for those who would find it interesting. Thanks for the review!

Parahiyo · Post by **Parahiyo** » 06 May 2021, 23:35

This book gives a different and informative perspective on historical events. The book seems intriguing. The review is great.

J_odoyo · Post by **J_odoyo** » 06 May 2021, 23:36

A historical fiction story, following life in America during 1900s and blended with Cuban history, is definitely a great book. I like it that it touches on themes like friendship, faith, love, endurance, and seizing moments. Not my type of read, though. Otherwise, congrats on the BOTD.

Jordan David · Post by **Chelsy Scherba** » 07 May 2021, 00:00

This sounds like a interesting book. I like that it’s set in an era many of us can remember as well. I’ll check it out.

jemgirl202 · Post by **jemgirl202** » 07 May 2021, 00:17

This sounds like an amazing historical fiction novel. I appreciate that it explores so many themes like friendship. Congrats on the book of the day. Great review.

Post by **Kibet Hillary** » 07 May 2021, 00:25

This sounds like a unique page-turner. I am an ardent fan of anything that contains history, and Matt's growth in this book is another plus. Thanks for the review.

MayorE · Post by **MayorE** » 07 May 2021, 00:32

This educational nook sounds interesting as well. I like the twist in the story line. Thanks for an honest review.

Peace Odii · Post by **Peace Odii** » 07 May 2021, 00:51

Matt went through so much. His character will be very intriguing to read.

Jack Winnick · Post by **mrlefty0706** » 07 May 2021, 01:00

Matt Lavery is a pilot at "South Tropic Airways." He is not satisfied with his job, as he works countless hours and has to deal with his boss cutting corners consistently. He, however, draws the line and quits his job after he finds machine gun bullets smuggled aboard an airplane he flew. He finally lands a better job at "Arkansas Airways." However, the economic climate of the country and the poor treatment of pilots present challenges for Matt. He also has to deal with his constant inability to seize moments to achieve his heart desires, especially in the romance department. How does Matt handle these challenges and face his fears? Willard Howe's Sticks in the Clouds provides answers to this question.

Told in the third-person perspective, Sticks in the Clouds is a historical fiction story set in the late 1900s and, through its characters, explores living in America under President Jimmy Carter's and President Ronald Reagan's reigns. The author also incorporates Cuban history, from their fight for independence to living under Fidel Castro and how the citizens of Cuba were affected over this period. This book was very educational for the most part, as I got to learn a lot about a lot of historical events while I read.

An interesting book about a pilot that has morals and ethics and does the right thing. This book is about history and educates the reader about Cuba's fight for independence and the rule of Castro. Excellent official review.