Story Overview

This is the story of a man who falls in love three weeks before leaving for flight training, tells of the different backgrounds of two people, the struggles of separation, and the Korean War — all of which seem insurmountable odds for this young couple.

Author's Perspective

Written fresh and vibrant by a man who’s been there, this novel puts you right in the cockpit, right in the rice paddy, right in the lover’s arms.

Themes and Insights

Not only is this a love story, but it is a study in human behavior, revealing the conflict between a mother and a son, a tumultuous new relationship, and the realism of a fighter pilot’s war. These are the forces that ultimately affect the destiny of two people.