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Arctic Wings: A Story of Crime and Justice on the Northern Frontier
Spring has come to White Bear Landing—and so has the law, in the firm hands of Royal Mounted policeman and pilot Bob Dixon. Dixon’s as gruff, tough and good-looking as Russell Crowe, and in this outpost halfway between the arctic mines and civilization, he’s known for taking the law to extremes.
More than once Dixon has meted out his own brand of rough justice with hard fists and hot lead, but now the tables have turned. The past has come back to haunt him, he’s been set up as a murder suspect, and a rogue’s gallery of enemies are lining up to settle old scores….
Out on the icy tundra, on the edge of the world, revenge can be cold—and brutal. Dixon’s only hope is to let the trust of a good friend and the love of a good woman lead the way to true justice and redemption—on Arctic Wings.
More than once Dixon has meted out his own brand of rough justice with hard fists and hot lead, but now the tables have turned. The past has come back to haunt him, he’s been set up as a murder suspect, and a rogue’s gallery of enemies are lining up to settle old scores….
Out on the icy tundra, on the edge of the world, revenge can be cold—and brutal. Dixon’s only hope is to let the trust of a good friend and the love of a good woman lead the way to true justice and redemption—on Arctic Wings.
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128 pages, Audio CD
First published March 22, 2014
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L. Ron Hubbard
2,005 books655 followersL. Ron Hubbard is universally acclaimed as the single most influential author and humanitarian of this modern age. His definitive works on the mind and spirit—comprising over 350 million copies in circulation and more than 40 international bestsellers—have resulted in a legacy benefiting millions and a movement spanning all cultures.
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March 21, 2014
I won a copy of this audiobook in the First Reads program on Good Reads.
Here's another Golden Age action/adventure from L. Ron Hubbard, this one set in the Canadian wilderness. This time, our hero is an aviator, but like the other Hubbard heroes, he gets into one tough situation after another and finds a way to handle himself.
While I did enjoy the fast pace typical to Hubbard's early work, I didn't care for the overall story as much as others I've read. The narrators and sound effects were very good, keeping me interested for the couple of hours it took to listen. I don't think I would have been as compelled to push through if I'd been reading a physical or ebook copy of this one. It's a well told story, but the characters just fell a bit flat. Hubbard's pulp era characters tend to be a bit stereotypical as it is, but usually he's got one or two that I can root for. Here, not so much. My favorite characters here were the airplane noises.
Here's another Golden Age action/adventure from L. Ron Hubbard, this one set in the Canadian wilderness. This time, our hero is an aviator, but like the other Hubbard heroes, he gets into one tough situation after another and finds a way to handle himself.
While I did enjoy the fast pace typical to Hubbard's early work, I didn't care for the overall story as much as others I've read. The narrators and sound effects were very good, keeping me interested for the couple of hours it took to listen. I don't think I would have been as compelled to push through if I'd been reading a physical or ebook copy of this one. It's a well told story, but the characters just fell a bit flat. Hubbard's pulp era characters tend to be a bit stereotypical as it is, but usually he's got one or two that I can root for. Here, not so much. My favorite characters here were the airplane noises.
June 17, 2016
I listened to this as an audiobook and absolutely loved it. Galaxy Press puts out a ton of audiobooks from this author and I believe there are only a few I haven't listened to.
What I really like is they are a new breed of audiobooks, or maybe an old breed depending on how you look at it. They are full theatrical presentations complete with sound effects and multiple actors playing the different characters. Similar to the old Golden Age of Radio shows in the early 1900s, but with much better sound. This is a way different experience than one person reading a book to you.
This particular story was one of my favorites. It's a nice adventure story with a touch of romance....
I highly recommend these if you enjoy audiobooks.
What I really like is they are a new breed of audiobooks, or maybe an old breed depending on how you look at it. They are full theatrical presentations complete with sound effects and multiple actors playing the different characters. Similar to the old Golden Age of Radio shows in the early 1900s, but with much better sound. This is a way different experience than one person reading a book to you.
This particular story was one of my favorites. It's a nice adventure story with a touch of romance....
I highly recommend these if you enjoy audiobooks.
March 13, 2014
I won this audio book in a Goodreads Giveaway. It's a fast-paced air-story from 1938, set in the Canadian wilderness and featuring the Mounties tracking down a criminal. It's very well produced, with good narration and excellent sound effects, but I did not overly care for the story itself because of the characters. None of them are likable; the main character is brutish and violent, his girl friend is manipulative and unpleasant, and the other Mounties are either weak-willed, craven, or not very intelligent. This one is not one of Hubbard's best; he usually had a lead character with whom you could identify and sympathize.
August 28, 2018
Fast-moving thriller!
This is the 4th novel by Hubbard that I read (in this case: ..that I listened to).
And again, I enjoyed the ride.
Like his other well-crafted stories, Hubbard touches on big topics, but does not delve into analysis, keeping the reader enthralled by the story events, while leaving the seeds of a more serious reading for the reader to pursue and nurture.
In this one he touched on multiple issues, two examples are: strict law enforcement vs mercy, and childhood scars that shape us (Bob Dixon's troubled relationship with his father) or that we shape ourselves by freeing ourselves from them (his woman rising above her personal grief with her father put in jail by Dixon's father, and onto loving Dixon for the man he is).
The romance unfortunately was once more poorly developed, or at least its igniting spark was out of place and not convincing. This seems to be commonplace in Hubbard's writings. I am not sure if he intended on belittling the romantic aspects in his stories, or whether as a writer and a person, he struggled with these aspects.
Either way, I enjoyed the thrilling adventure story!
This is the 4th novel by Hubbard that I read (in this case: ..that I listened to).
And again, I enjoyed the ride.
Like his other well-crafted stories, Hubbard touches on big topics, but does not delve into analysis, keeping the reader enthralled by the story events, while leaving the seeds of a more serious reading for the reader to pursue and nurture.
In this one he touched on multiple issues, two examples are: strict law enforcement vs mercy, and childhood scars that shape us (Bob Dixon's troubled relationship with his father) or that we shape ourselves by freeing ourselves from them (his woman rising above her personal grief with her father put in jail by Dixon's father, and onto loving Dixon for the man he is).
The romance unfortunately was once more poorly developed, or at least its igniting spark was out of place and not convincing. This seems to be commonplace in Hubbard's writings. I am not sure if he intended on belittling the romantic aspects in his stories, or whether as a writer and a person, he struggled with these aspects.
Either way, I enjoyed the thrilling adventure story!
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December 29, 2015Really liked this one! Part morality play and part psychology, we have one Bob "Lawbook" Dixon, who considers he's tough. He catches a man and beats him nearly to death, and when he tries to run, Bob shoots him, maiming him for life! But "he's a criminal, and criminals are all rats!". The woman he tells this to says "My dad was a criminal, is he a rat?"
So much for having a code to live by that is so strict, allows for no flexibility. It gets so bad that he gets fired from the Mounted Police for cruelty.
Later, he gets framed for a crime he did not commit. On the run, he moves to prove his innocence, and falls in love at the same time!
The dogfight scenes with the planes in the air, mixed with bravery and a machine gun or two, make for some exciting page-turner fiction.
Recommended.
So much for having a code to live by that is so strict, allows for no flexibility. It gets so bad that he gets fired from the Mounted Police for cruelty.
Later, he gets framed for a crime he did not commit. On the run, he moves to prove his innocence, and falls in love at the same time!
The dogfight scenes with the planes in the air, mixed with bravery and a machine gun or two, make for some exciting page-turner fiction.
Recommended.
January 9, 2014
This was a great story! These stories from the golden age are fast and true. The action moves smoothly and the writing gives you clear imagery of the action. There is an air battle in this story that has you right in the cockpit flying the plane yourself. It a tale of love and deception and betrayal and winning through. Loved it!
December 15, 2018
The writing was not compelling, as I hoped. Perhaps it was more exciting in the 1930s, when it was written. I did not connect with it.
I disliked the swearing, even though it might be considered average today.
I read the paperback edition. The ISBN is marked as CD audio book.
I disliked the swearing, even though it might be considered average today.
I read the paperback edition. The ISBN is marked as CD audio book.
June 14, 2018
Audiobook
I enjoyed this book. Great dogfighting with airplanes and an interesting villain for a pilot.
I enjoyed this book. Great dogfighting with airplanes and an interesting villain for a pilot.
March 14, 2014
Goodreads First Reads Giveaway Book.
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An exciting Canadian thriller. Arctic Wings is a crime drama short story from 1938. It’s about the story of Bob Dixon, a Royal Mounted Policeman. He’s a pilot, framed for a crime he didn’t commit, hounded by his fellow Mounties, and mentally abused by this father, a famous judge.
The author, L. Ron Hubbard, is best known for his research on the subject of Dianetics and later Scientology . What most people may not realize is that he was a prolific fiction writer from 1932 to 1950. And, this story was from that era. With over 300 works, Hubbard wrote in different story genre, including Adventure, Fantasy, Mystery, Romance, Science Fiction, and Western. He was also known to have used various pseudonyms, including Legionnaire 148, Lieutenant Scott Morgan, John Seabrook, Tom Esterbrook, and Mister Spectator. The three stories in this set were probably influenced from this own military service in the US Navy in the 1940s, including World War II. Although he served, much of it was spent ashore in the continental US. And, his claims of what he did in the military conflicts with the official records.
With a multicast presentation, this audiobook was very entertaining. The narrators from Golden Age Stories allows one to lose themselves in this book with no noticeable problems that pulled one out of the story. In addition to the different voices this book was peppered with music and sound effects, making one believe that they’re listening to dogfights in the air, along with gunfire. All, enhancing this exciting adventure story.
Even though this adventure story was first published almost 80 years ago, I enjoyed listening to it today while believing that it could have just as easily been written within the last few years. A great listen for anyone wanting to enjoy a good short story on a long road-trip. Overall, if you like suspenseful crime stories, this audiobook, Arctic Wings, is probably worth listening. It’s a Fugitive type of story in which a falsely accused tries to clear his name.
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An exciting Canadian thriller. Arctic Wings is a crime drama short story from 1938. It’s about the story of Bob Dixon, a Royal Mounted Policeman. He’s a pilot, framed for a crime he didn’t commit, hounded by his fellow Mounties, and mentally abused by this father, a famous judge.
The author, L. Ron Hubbard, is best known for his research on the subject of Dianetics and later Scientology . What most people may not realize is that he was a prolific fiction writer from 1932 to 1950. And, this story was from that era. With over 300 works, Hubbard wrote in different story genre, including Adventure, Fantasy, Mystery, Romance, Science Fiction, and Western. He was also known to have used various pseudonyms, including Legionnaire 148, Lieutenant Scott Morgan, John Seabrook, Tom Esterbrook, and Mister Spectator. The three stories in this set were probably influenced from this own military service in the US Navy in the 1940s, including World War II. Although he served, much of it was spent ashore in the continental US. And, his claims of what he did in the military conflicts with the official records.
With a multicast presentation, this audiobook was very entertaining. The narrators from Golden Age Stories allows one to lose themselves in this book with no noticeable problems that pulled one out of the story. In addition to the different voices this book was peppered with music and sound effects, making one believe that they’re listening to dogfights in the air, along with gunfire. All, enhancing this exciting adventure story.
Even though this adventure story was first published almost 80 years ago, I enjoyed listening to it today while believing that it could have just as easily been written within the last few years. A great listen for anyone wanting to enjoy a good short story on a long road-trip. Overall, if you like suspenseful crime stories, this audiobook, Arctic Wings, is probably worth listening. It’s a Fugitive type of story in which a falsely accused tries to clear his name.
May 2, 2014
***contains spoilers***
I enjoyed this particular Hubbard tale quite a bit more than I thought I would. Normally, I like Hubbard's dark, paranormal tales -- not his rugged hero fights his way through injustice to get the girl and a happy ending. But this one really surprised me. I think my mother won it through a goodreads giveaway, actually, and after she listened to it (audio cd), she passed it on to me. I declined at first, but she insisted that I check it out.
I am happy that I did, although initially I thought, "Ugh...."
The main character, Bob Dixon, is a tough-as-nails, bad good guy. And yes, I realize I said "bad good guy".... he is supposed to be the protagonist -- a "good" guy -- but he is a total hard ass cop, beating up suspects with VICIOUS force, being completely unforgiving of criminals and even honest citizens who have familial or friendly ties to criminals. He is VERY unlikeable.
However, as the tale goes on, Dixon is revealed to have several more complex layers. He is the way he is because of his god-awful father, a judge who terrorized and abused him and convinced him that "the law" would one day catch up with him and end him, even though Dixon had never actually been anything but a decent, happy child. His childhood terror is what led to him becoming a cop. He was literally so terrified of being overtaken by "the law" that he had no choice but to become "the law" himself.
At this point, the tale DID get a bit predictable, which is why I gave it four stars rather than five. Dixon meets a beautiful woman, but he is forced to shun her because her father was a criminal. Quickly following that, he is framed for stealing a lot of money. At this point, he becomes an outlaw who must clear his name before he is thrown in jail. Cue relationship with previously shunned woman.
However, despite the predictability, the story is quite good, and the voice actors on the cd are perfect for the parts. I highly recommend this story for Hubbard fans.
I enjoyed this particular Hubbard tale quite a bit more than I thought I would. Normally, I like Hubbard's dark, paranormal tales -- not his rugged hero fights his way through injustice to get the girl and a happy ending. But this one really surprised me. I think my mother won it through a goodreads giveaway, actually, and after she listened to it (audio cd), she passed it on to me. I declined at first, but she insisted that I check it out.
I am happy that I did, although initially I thought, "Ugh...."
The main character, Bob Dixon, is a tough-as-nails, bad good guy. And yes, I realize I said "bad good guy".... he is supposed to be the protagonist -- a "good" guy -- but he is a total hard ass cop, beating up suspects with VICIOUS force, being completely unforgiving of criminals and even honest citizens who have familial or friendly ties to criminals. He is VERY unlikeable.
However, as the tale goes on, Dixon is revealed to have several more complex layers. He is the way he is because of his god-awful father, a judge who terrorized and abused him and convinced him that "the law" would one day catch up with him and end him, even though Dixon had never actually been anything but a decent, happy child. His childhood terror is what led to him becoming a cop. He was literally so terrified of being overtaken by "the law" that he had no choice but to become "the law" himself.
At this point, the tale DID get a bit predictable, which is why I gave it four stars rather than five. Dixon meets a beautiful woman, but he is forced to shun her because her father was a criminal. Quickly following that, he is framed for stealing a lot of money. At this point, he becomes an outlaw who must clear his name before he is thrown in jail. Cue relationship with previously shunned woman.
However, despite the predictability, the story is quite good, and the voice actors on the cd are perfect for the parts. I highly recommend this story for Hubbard fans.
July 21, 2016
Another of Hubbard's pulp adventures, this time a tale of Mounties in the Yukon from the June, 1938 issue of Five Novels Monthly. While not exactly novels by today's standards---they tended to fall in the 20,000 to 60,000 word range, which is closer to novella territory---the story is long enough that it stands alone in this volume. (Well, along with the ubiquitous biography, sample of a future Golden Age story, and glossary features.)
Bob Dixon, pilot of the Royal Northwest Mounted Police, has a reputation of taking the law to the extreme. On more than one occasion, he's dispensed his own brand on justice on wrongdoers, earning the fearful respect of friend and foe alike. Now, things have changed: after his plane is shot down, Dixon awakes at his fort to find he stands accused of murder. Drummed out of the Mounties, his only ally a beautiful bartender, and his former partner hot on his trail, Dixon has to clear his name before it's too late.
Like the previous Hubbard pulps I've read, a rousing action-adventure, with daring sky battles over the icy tundra, murderous radium bandits, and a dash of romance. Hubbard was great at writing pulp, with smooth prose and relentless pacing, keeping the reader entertained through the entire story. This one is a little problematic in that the characters are a tad unlikable and flat, but the action and adventure is top-notch. Being a region so remote that the Mounties have to use planes to get anywhere leads to a great sky battle finale.
Aside from the character issue, it's an interesting slice of action and adventure. Being a region so remote that the Mounties have to use planes to get anywhere leads to a great sky battle finale, and puts a cool twist on the Mountie trope. It's very topical, too, with its use of radium mines as the sky pirates' target. Not a bad Hubbard story, though I'd say it's not the best out of all the ones I've read so far.
Bob Dixon, pilot of the Royal Northwest Mounted Police, has a reputation of taking the law to the extreme. On more than one occasion, he's dispensed his own brand on justice on wrongdoers, earning the fearful respect of friend and foe alike. Now, things have changed: after his plane is shot down, Dixon awakes at his fort to find he stands accused of murder. Drummed out of the Mounties, his only ally a beautiful bartender, and his former partner hot on his trail, Dixon has to clear his name before it's too late.
Like the previous Hubbard pulps I've read, a rousing action-adventure, with daring sky battles over the icy tundra, murderous radium bandits, and a dash of romance. Hubbard was great at writing pulp, with smooth prose and relentless pacing, keeping the reader entertained through the entire story. This one is a little problematic in that the characters are a tad unlikable and flat, but the action and adventure is top-notch. Being a region so remote that the Mounties have to use planes to get anywhere leads to a great sky battle finale.
Aside from the character issue, it's an interesting slice of action and adventure. Being a region so remote that the Mounties have to use planes to get anywhere leads to a great sky battle finale, and puts a cool twist on the Mountie trope. It's very topical, too, with its use of radium mines as the sky pirates' target. Not a bad Hubbard story, though I'd say it's not the best out of all the ones I've read so far.
March 8, 2014
ARCTIC WINGS is the latest audio CD offering from Galaxy Audio and it is a pip. Set in the upper reaches of Canada, this is a bold tale of the RCMP’s toughest, two-fisted, straight-shooting law man, pilot Bob “Lawbook” Dixon. He sets out to discover who has robbed the mining payroll that was being flown north to the mines near the Arctic Circle, but disaster hits him when he shoots the chief suspect only to find out the guy has an alibi.
Shortly thereafter Dixon, on a mission with a mine owner, has his plane shot down deep in the woods, killing the owner in the crash. When Bob finally makes it back to civilization he discovers he’s been framed for the murder of the mine owner.
Out of the RCMP, Bob feels at last free of the constraints bound onto him by his tyrannical father, Judge Dixon, but soon falls into deep despair only to be saved at the last moment by a good woman.
This audio recording sweeps you into the moment with first rate production values, exciting voice actors including the always wonderful Phil Proctor, and sound effects that will have you ducking at the chatter of machine guns, swooping aircraft and fist into face punches. The actors use their voices to the full imbuing their characters with depths of feeling and urgency, both bringing the story to roaring life.
L Ron Hubbard’s pulp fiction work is as alive today as when it was first published thanks to the good people at Galaxy and their lavish attention to detail. This is but one of many titles being returned to the public and the second one I have heard on audio. Both have been brilliant representations of Hubbard’s work and I hope to read, or listen to, more soon.
This was a Goodreads win.
Shortly thereafter Dixon, on a mission with a mine owner, has his plane shot down deep in the woods, killing the owner in the crash. When Bob finally makes it back to civilization he discovers he’s been framed for the murder of the mine owner.
Out of the RCMP, Bob feels at last free of the constraints bound onto him by his tyrannical father, Judge Dixon, but soon falls into deep despair only to be saved at the last moment by a good woman.
This audio recording sweeps you into the moment with first rate production values, exciting voice actors including the always wonderful Phil Proctor, and sound effects that will have you ducking at the chatter of machine guns, swooping aircraft and fist into face punches. The actors use their voices to the full imbuing their characters with depths of feeling and urgency, both bringing the story to roaring life.
L Ron Hubbard’s pulp fiction work is as alive today as when it was first published thanks to the good people at Galaxy and their lavish attention to detail. This is but one of many titles being returned to the public and the second one I have heard on audio. Both have been brilliant representations of Hubbard’s work and I hope to read, or listen to, more soon.
This was a Goodreads win.
June 28, 2014
Title: Arctic Wings
Author: L. Ron Hubbard
Publisher: Galaxy Press
Published: 3-22-2014
ISBN: 9781592122554
ASIN E-Book: B00I0JGV9W
Pages: 128
Genre: Fiction, Adult,
Tags: Historical, Law Enforcement, Suspense,
Overall Rating: Good 3.5
Reviewed For:Net Galley
Reviewer: DelAnne
Bob Dixon, a strictly by the book Royal Mounted Police Officer stationed at White Bear Landing, is known far wide as being a stickler for the following the letter of the law. Often dispensing his own brand of justice to those who have broken the law. As an officer of the law he has accumulated a long list of enemies, one of which who has framed him as a thief and murderer. Dixon sets out to prove his innocence without much succession. When Dixon reaches the end of his rope and despair over takes him Nancy saves his sanity and his heart.
Set in the late 1930's/early 1940's Arctic Winds reflect the time. Dixon too is a product of his life a father who berated him constantly telling him he would amount to nothing. Dixon grew determined to prove him wrong. He is strong, intelligent and has a code of honor he lives by. Unfortunately the same rigid ideals are what has kept his heart isolated. Nancy has overcome the stigma of a criminal father to become the strong determined woman that she is.
Follow as these two cross paths learning to and teaching one another that the our past is not so important as what we do in our present and future.
Author: L. Ron Hubbard
Publisher: Galaxy Press
Published: 3-22-2014
ISBN: 9781592122554
ASIN E-Book: B00I0JGV9W
Pages: 128
Genre: Fiction, Adult,
Tags: Historical, Law Enforcement, Suspense,
Overall Rating: Good 3.5
Reviewed For:Net Galley
Reviewer: DelAnne
Bob Dixon, a strictly by the book Royal Mounted Police Officer stationed at White Bear Landing, is known far wide as being a stickler for the following the letter of the law. Often dispensing his own brand of justice to those who have broken the law. As an officer of the law he has accumulated a long list of enemies, one of which who has framed him as a thief and murderer. Dixon sets out to prove his innocence without much succession. When Dixon reaches the end of his rope and despair over takes him Nancy saves his sanity and his heart.
Set in the late 1930's/early 1940's Arctic Winds reflect the time. Dixon too is a product of his life a father who berated him constantly telling him he would amount to nothing. Dixon grew determined to prove him wrong. He is strong, intelligent and has a code of honor he lives by. Unfortunately the same rigid ideals are what has kept his heart isolated. Nancy has overcome the stigma of a criminal father to become the strong determined woman that she is.
Follow as these two cross paths learning to and teaching one another that the our past is not so important as what we do in our present and future.
April 4, 2014
This audiobook was sent to me by the publisher in exchange for my open and honest review.
And honestly, I loved it! As any of you who know me already know, I just love L. Ron Hubbard. I think he was one of the most fantastic writers... well... just ever. But normally I stick to his "supernatural/paranormal" stuff. However, in the case of this story, I was happy I branched out.
The story is about Bob Dixon, a tough-as-nails, by-the-book, "all-criminals-are-rats" type cop if ever there was one. All Dixon knew was being a cop, and when he is framed for a crime he didn't commit, his very identity is stripped from him. Right before he is ready to cash it all in, however, he meets a girl. (Isn't their always a girl!?) :-D
And the story really gets good from there. I don't want to give away more than I already have and ruin it for everyone else, but truly, this is a GREAT story. And hearing it on audio really added to the effect for me. The voice actors were really good. They are a pleasure to listen to.
Thanks again, Galaxy Press, for sending much a wonderful, entertaining story to "read". :-p
And honestly, I loved it! As any of you who know me already know, I just love L. Ron Hubbard. I think he was one of the most fantastic writers... well... just ever. But normally I stick to his "supernatural/paranormal" stuff. However, in the case of this story, I was happy I branched out.
The story is about Bob Dixon, a tough-as-nails, by-the-book, "all-criminals-are-rats" type cop if ever there was one. All Dixon knew was being a cop, and when he is framed for a crime he didn't commit, his very identity is stripped from him. Right before he is ready to cash it all in, however, he meets a girl. (Isn't their always a girl!?) :-D
And the story really gets good from there. I don't want to give away more than I already have and ruin it for everyone else, but truly, this is a GREAT story. And hearing it on audio really added to the effect for me. The voice actors were really good. They are a pleasure to listen to.
Thanks again, Galaxy Press, for sending much a wonderful, entertaining story to "read". :-p
July 5, 2016
“Grand Adventure In The Cold North.”
Bob Dixon of the Royal Mounted Police is nicknamed “Lawbook” Dixon because he shows no mercy on criminals. Raised by a strict father who was an iron judge, even the family had to be above the law and his rules at all times. Bob hated the nickname he’s acquired, but he also hated crooks, and he was a tough Mounty that always brought the guilty man to trial. At White Bear Landing he tangles with Taggart, a tough trapper suspected of killing and robbing a man in the north. When Taggart tries to escape, Bob shoots him in the leg, leaving him needing a cane to get around. But evidence points to an Indian as the murderer, and Taggart is released and Bob forced to resign. It was all a frame, and Taggart was guilty, and Bob had to prove it. Plus, he has met a girl, Nancy McClane, at the White Bear Post, and they are in love.
Once again, L. Ron Hubbard proves he can write any genre, and his pulp writing still stands up today as some of the best adventure yarns written for the pulp magazines. “Arctic Wings” was originally published in the June 1938 issue of FIVE-NOVELS MONTHLY. Highly recommended.
Bob Dixon of the Royal Mounted Police is nicknamed “Lawbook” Dixon because he shows no mercy on criminals. Raised by a strict father who was an iron judge, even the family had to be above the law and his rules at all times. Bob hated the nickname he’s acquired, but he also hated crooks, and he was a tough Mounty that always brought the guilty man to trial. At White Bear Landing he tangles with Taggart, a tough trapper suspected of killing and robbing a man in the north. When Taggart tries to escape, Bob shoots him in the leg, leaving him needing a cane to get around. But evidence points to an Indian as the murderer, and Taggart is released and Bob forced to resign. It was all a frame, and Taggart was guilty, and Bob had to prove it. Plus, he has met a girl, Nancy McClane, at the White Bear Post, and they are in love.
Once again, L. Ron Hubbard proves he can write any genre, and his pulp writing still stands up today as some of the best adventure yarns written for the pulp magazines. “Arctic Wings” was originally published in the June 1938 issue of FIVE-NOVELS MONTHLY. Highly recommended.
September 22, 2025
My thanks go to the group representing the late L.Ron Hubbard and Goodreads First Reads Giveaway for my audio copy of this book.
It takes place in the far north of Canada in 1938, where the hero (the term is used with reservations in this case) is a Mountie accused of a crime he did not commit. With his violent past actions toward suspects, he has difficulties proving his innocence. A romantic element is present in his girlfriend, that over looks his violent side. L. Ron Hubbard is known for his research and in this story you feel as if you are in the frozen north, as he describes the scenes in excellent detail. Having traveled in both Alaska and the Yukon Territory, it was easy for me to picture the remote locations, but even without my personal experiences you will be able to picture the places the story takes place.
The audio presentation with sound effects was excellent with the various characters voices adding to the listening experience on the auto trip where I listened to it.
It takes place in the far north of Canada in 1938, where the hero (the term is used with reservations in this case) is a Mountie accused of a crime he did not commit. With his violent past actions toward suspects, he has difficulties proving his innocence. A romantic element is present in his girlfriend, that over looks his violent side. L. Ron Hubbard is known for his research and in this story you feel as if you are in the frozen north, as he describes the scenes in excellent detail. Having traveled in both Alaska and the Yukon Territory, it was easy for me to picture the remote locations, but even without my personal experiences you will be able to picture the places the story takes place.
The audio presentation with sound effects was excellent with the various characters voices adding to the listening experience on the auto trip where I listened to it.
February 15, 2014
The action and adventure aspect of this story was delightful, but I found myself really disliking the main character. He came across like the kind of police officer you really don't want to have around, beating up suspects in case they turn out to be guilty. In this case, doing so led to several deaths, so even though his guess was partly correct [and only partly], that didn't make up for his initial brutality. Of course the story contains a beautiful girl who completely overlooks this aspect of his character...the result was that he came across as a weird cross between a Sgt. Preston-type guy mixed with a grim and brutal crime noir street detective, and the mixture didn't look pretty.
The best part of the story was the look at the Mounties and the conditions in the Arctic, where there are places you can only reach by plane, and only then in decent weather.
The best part of the story was the look at the Mounties and the conditions in the Arctic, where there are places you can only reach by plane, and only then in decent weather.
March 5, 2014
The story was about a Royal Mounted Policeman wrongly accused of theft and murder. He was dismissed from the force, and then went into hiding, with a goal to find the person he feels set him up, a man that he had roughed up and shot previously. I won the audio version from Goodreads, which was only 2 hours long. It did not really hold my interest.
July 29, 2016
I won an audio copy of Arctic Wings by L. Ron Hubbard from Goodreads. The story was one of a policeman trying to clear his name after being wrongly accused of murder and theft. After losing his job he goes into hiding while trying to figure out who set him up. I listened to the recording during my commute and it wasn't really my cup of tea. The story was a bit boring.
January 19, 2014
This short adventure tale never stops moving – a Mountie, tough treating suspects – is framed by a criminal – desperate, about to kill himself, he is saved by a woman who believes in his innocence – more adventure and romance follow! Great pulp fiction - strictly for entertainment!
July 2, 2014
I received this Audio book through the Goodreads Firstreads site in exchange for an honest review.
I really enjoyed listening to this story from days-gone-by.
Part murder-mystery, part romance.
A fun way to spend a couple of free hours.
I really enjoyed listening to this story from days-gone-by.
Part murder-mystery, part romance.
A fun way to spend a couple of free hours.
March 19, 2015
Exciting adventure--you can't miss this one!
Want to read
August 13, 2016I won this audio book from First Reads Giveaway. Waiting to listen to it when I receive it. Thanks.
May 25, 2014
Another good pulp by Hubbard
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October 6, 2014
I won this audio book in a Goodreads Giveaway. Not exactly what I was expecting. Took awhile to get into the book for me. Also, to intense for my taste.
April 21, 2015
This was a fun short pulp fiction story set in the arctic. It includes the brave hero, the plucky damsel, and a villain. Fun to listen to the dramatized story including sound effects.
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