A novel set in World War 2 where Rob Stallard leaves war-torn London for a Florida airbase along with a group of RAF pilot cadets. He quickly develops a great passion and talent for flying, despite the tough, rigorous conditions, but is not so happy when he encounters US cadet James Theodore Benson III, socialite, sportsman, womaniser and son of a senator. A powerful and moving account of allies who struggle to understand each other.