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Unwilling to let the Germans occupy his islands unopposed, young Nick learns to fly and takes to the skies in a restored World War I fighter plane, photographing German patrol boats by day and flying by night. Book #2
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Nick McIver rebuilds a vintage WWI fighter plane and pilots it over enemy waters, turning a daring personal quest into a high-stakes showdown that rewrites history. Readers will cheer as Nick snaps covert photos of German patrol boats by day and then races through moonlit skies, out-maneuvering enemy pilots while uncovering a hidden portal that could change the outcome of the war. If your kid loves the WWII-era drama of "The War That Saved My Life" paired with the sky-high daring of "The Red Baron", they'll be hooked from page one. Perfect for middle graders aged 10-13 (grades 5-8) who crave history, daring escapes, and a dash of time-bending mystery.