Review of Sky Raider
Posted: 01 Jun 2023, 05:33
[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Sky Raider" by Thomas Upson.]
The book Sky Raider by Thomas Upson is a fictional adventure novel. Duke Thomas is an American volunteer fighter pilot who survived the skies of Europe and Egypt during the war. His supernatural ability to survive momentous aerial battles, German cavalry forces, and ruthless bounty hunters amaze him. He’s a Harvard archaeologist whose archaeological dig led him back to Caesar and Roman times. As the Spanish Flu pandemic and World War I raged on, Duke explores three continents, sails three oceans, and finds true love in a humid wartime romance.
During his combat with the Germans, Duke saved a German pilot named Max Wagner, even though his Nieuport biplane was low on fuel. Facing life-and-death struggles, how would he manage a flawless landing, and what events would later unfold? Read this book to learn more.
This novel, spanning 255 pages and 27 chapters, delves into the art of war and historical facts. I appreciate the author's gesture of beginning the first chapter with a quote that motivates and inspires. The author also provides a comprehensive insight into the art of ancient sky combat tactics. I love how the author incorporates history into the novel, including ancient Egyptian history and the stories of Alexander, Caesar, Ptolemy, and Cleopatra. These elements lead Duke to a source of riches and power that could change the world. Duke's courage and unselfish passion are also great lessons to learn.
Max's translation of the scroll given to Duke portrays old-time loyalty and governance. I enjoyed reading the translation. I also appreciated how Duke confronted Viv with a hands-on discussion to open up about his secret love for Juliette. Although I find the pages of the novel to be lengthy and the chapters not well arranged, I still enjoyed reading the book. I didn't like the author's grammar usage, perhaps because the author was attempting to write in an ancient style. Additionally, the transitions in the story became overwhelming to absorb at specific points. Lastly, I didn't appreciate how Duke ended his career by having to bargain for his safety with the general.
The book was exceptionally well-edited, as no errors were discovered. I would rate this book four out of five stars due to the dislike mentioned. But all in all, it's an educational and historical adventure. It is a good read for anyone interested in history, the military, and romance.
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Sky Raider
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The book Sky Raider by Thomas Upson is a fictional adventure novel. Duke Thomas is an American volunteer fighter pilot who survived the skies of Europe and Egypt during the war. His supernatural ability to survive momentous aerial battles, German cavalry forces, and ruthless bounty hunters amaze him. He’s a Harvard archaeologist whose archaeological dig led him back to Caesar and Roman times. As the Spanish Flu pandemic and World War I raged on, Duke explores three continents, sails three oceans, and finds true love in a humid wartime romance.
During his combat with the Germans, Duke saved a German pilot named Max Wagner, even though his Nieuport biplane was low on fuel. Facing life-and-death struggles, how would he manage a flawless landing, and what events would later unfold? Read this book to learn more.
This novel, spanning 255 pages and 27 chapters, delves into the art of war and historical facts. I appreciate the author's gesture of beginning the first chapter with a quote that motivates and inspires. The author also provides a comprehensive insight into the art of ancient sky combat tactics. I love how the author incorporates history into the novel, including ancient Egyptian history and the stories of Alexander, Caesar, Ptolemy, and Cleopatra. These elements lead Duke to a source of riches and power that could change the world. Duke's courage and unselfish passion are also great lessons to learn.
Max's translation of the scroll given to Duke portrays old-time loyalty and governance. I enjoyed reading the translation. I also appreciated how Duke confronted Viv with a hands-on discussion to open up about his secret love for Juliette. Although I find the pages of the novel to be lengthy and the chapters not well arranged, I still enjoyed reading the book. I didn't like the author's grammar usage, perhaps because the author was attempting to write in an ancient style. Additionally, the transitions in the story became overwhelming to absorb at specific points. Lastly, I didn't appreciate how Duke ended his career by having to bargain for his safety with the general.
The book was exceptionally well-edited, as no errors were discovered. I would rate this book four out of five stars due to the dislike mentioned. But all in all, it's an educational and historical adventure. It is a good read for anyone interested in history, the military, and romance.
******
Sky Raider
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon