Flygirl

By Sherri L. Smith

(YA F Smit)

275 pages 2008 Historical Fiction

Eighteen-year-old Ida Mae struggles with being true to herself while following her dream of becoming a pilot in the WASP (Women Air Force Service Pilots) during WWII. Being a black female presents a challenge when she lies to get accepted into the program. A new outfit and a new name can’t hide who Ida really is as she soars above the clouds proving she’s the best pilot for the B-29 bomber nicknamed the “widow maker.” (Grades 8 & Up)

reviewed by Teen Librarian Elaine D.

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