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A SWEEPING NOVEL OF LOVE, LOSS AND WAR
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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Having initially read 'A Pair of Silver Wings' by the same authour and seeing the reviews of that read state that it was very similar to the Burning Blue, I delayed before finally purchasing this book, what a mistake. A fantastic read, once I'd started reading this I just couldn't put it down. Whilst the similarities are there with Silver Wings (RAF Fighter Pilot, close best friend, a secretive love) I found it a completely new read and one not to be missed. Couldn't help feeling however that this story ended a bit prematurely, just felt there was more to come from Joss, whether there is a follow up planned or not I don't know.
But to summarise, miss the Burning Blue and a Pair of Silver Wings at your peril!
But to summarise, miss the Burning Blue and a Pair of Silver Wings at your peril!
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
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The subject matters of this book - WW2, the Battle of Britain, a love story - all appeal to me, so it was natural for me to gravitate to buying it. Of course that didn't mean I would enjoy it. To say that I enjoyed the book, however, is an understatement. I really loved it. From the first pages, which begin in the deserts of North Africa, I was drawn into the world of Joss Lambert, the tortured hero, and his friends.
Clearly, Holland has a deep knowledge of life in the 1930s and 40s, both civil and military, because every page oozes with authenticity - to this amateur eye at least. While parts of it are deeply moving, even tragic, I found it a heartwarming homage to courage, honour, friendship and love. I thought it was absolutely tremendous, and on a par with the excellent Piece of Cake, by Derek Robinson. Highly recommended, and five solid stars out of five.
Ben Kane, author of Hannibal: Enemy of Rome.
Clearly, Holland has a deep knowledge of life in the 1930s and 40s, both civil and military, because every page oozes with authenticity - to this amateur eye at least. While parts of it are deeply moving, even tragic, I found it a heartwarming homage to courage, honour, friendship and love. I thought it was absolutely tremendous, and on a par with the excellent Piece of Cake, by Derek Robinson. Highly recommended, and five solid stars out of five.
Ben Kane, author of Hannibal: Enemy of Rome.
13 of 15 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I am an avid reader all books based during World War 2. After the first page this book capitivated me and I coudn't put it down. James Holland has a fantastic way with words and his descriptions of dogfights and the experience of flying are spellbinding, your imagination runs wild. I laughed, I cried, I was fighting for breath during some of the intense fighting scenes. Great Great Book. I only hope that there is a sequel on the way as I desperatly want to know what happens next.
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Cracking Read
Well written book a great read sceams out for a sequal please Mr Holland do it
Published 20 months ago by CVH
A book that needs a sequel
I could not get into this book and then suddenly it grabbed me! Then all too soon it was over and I was so mad at James Holland for leaving me high and dry. Read more
Published on 28 April 2010 by Mark Hesketh
Over-prosaic and a little lightweight
I wasn't entirely sure about this novel. There were many good points - the action sequences were thrilling and the aerial combat a definite high point. Read more
Published on 4 Dec 2008 by B. C. Rost
Definitely a keeper
Loved it. Joss was a wonderfully drawn character as were most of the secondary characters. Wasn't so sure about Stella, who seemed to fall in and out of love far too easily. Read more
Published on 25 April 2006 by M.M.
A spiffing read
Having read the other reviews of this book I was under the impression that Mr Holland would be a gentleman of greater years than he is. Read more
Published on 2 Feb 2005 by "philip6709"
A spiffing read
Having read the other reviews of this book I was under the impression that Mr Holland would be a gentleman of greater years than he is. Read more
Published on 2 Feb 2005 by "philip6709"
I couldn't put it down.
What an absolutely fantastic novel. Truely stunning and gripping. Holland creates a very visual experiance throughout the book and keep you on the edge of your seat wondering what... Read more
Published on 23 Nov 2004 by Zöe Van de Zande
Gripping
James Holland has written a masterpiece of a novel here. The way he flits between different dates and locations could well have lead to a very jumbled story, but he has let the... Read more
Published on 23 Aug 2004 by "stumwilliams"
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