Flying Hero Class cover

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Upper Grades (UG 9-12)
Book Level 6.9
Points 14.0
Fiction/Nonfiction Fiction
Word Count 84973
Points per Word 0.000165
Page Count 268
Points per Page 0.052239

Description

In the microcosm of a few hours in a jet liner under siege, the magic and majesty of the Australian aborigine and the courage of a single man come together to form a portrait of the startling transformation possible in the human soul.

Quick Summary

A hijacked jetliner becomes the stage for an unforgettable showdown between terror and ancient Aboriginal power in this gripping thriller. Kids will hold their breath as an ordinary passenger must summon hidden courage and supernatural abilities to outwit the kidnappers and save everyone aboard. If your kid loves The High Street-stakes survival tension of Hatchet or the mythological action of Percy Jackson, they'll be hooked by this high-flying adventure. Perfect for kids in grades 7-11 who want a page-turner that mixes real history with pulse-racing suspense.