November 14, 1944: I wax a German ace. The next morning, it's March 10, 1942. Confused? Welcome to my world. I have no idea how that happened or what the hell is going on, other than the airfield I found belongs to the 2/81, an all-female fighter squadron operating near Marseille, France. I've managed to befriend a few of the pilots since arriving. One even thinks I might find some answers if I can track down some witches in the region. Like actual, magic-brewing, curse-slinging witches. The catch is, no one is quite sure where they are, and apparently, they live in woods teeming with the most nightmarish abominations you could ever dream of. But before I can get to that, I've got to teach these girls how to survive in the skies because I'm going to need some of them to vouch for me. Easier said than done. All the girls here are rookies. Worse, they're dogfighting a Luftwaffe ten times deadlier than the one I ever knew back in 1944. Things look bleak, but I think I can turn things around for all of us. If not, I'll definitely die trying.
I actually enjoyed this book very much. The aerial dogfighting scenes are plentiful, gripping, and realistic. I liked the man out out place\portal aspect but the "magic" system was underdeveloped and seemed unnecessary. The harem is not completely unbelievable, while the sex scenes are ok. Although I greatly enjoyed the risque bits Alexandra instigated. Can't wait for book 2!
Not a bad take on the world at all. And not bad writing for a jarhead either. Take it as a compliment from a squid. Loved the twists and turns as well the dogfighting. Characters are believable, as well as easy to become attached to. Very good read think next book will be enjoyable.
France, beautiful women pilots, magic, monsters, Luftwaffe with ME 109s, and an unexpected portal. What more can you ask for? Ah yes, an American hero! Great Storytelling. The flying and fighting scenes go into a lot of detail. The harem beginning scenes are interesting and appropriate.
surprisingly interesting worldbuilding. I was stuck by how many aerial fighting terms were used and the amount of historical accuracy shown to the planes and ships.