October 21, 2009
Born to Fly by Michael Ferrari
Bird is young girl who loves to fly planes. Her dad taught her how at a young age. Now her dad has gone off to fight in World War II and she is left to help her family and try to figure out things on her own. When she becomes friends with a Japanese boy, things start to get interesting. She and Kenji think they see a spy submarine in their area. While trying to get a picture of the submarine one night, the two get into a lot of trouble that they don't know how to get out of.
While this book has some good historical information and an interesting story, I don't think the book lived up to its name. I enjoyed the book as a story but it left me wanting more about her love of flying. I wanted more historical information and more interaction with the pilots. Overall it was a good book, but I would not put it in the running for the Newbery like some sites are.
Posted by Lisa at October 21, 2009 10:28 AM