Overall, I really enjoyed reading this book. I personally do not know much about aviation or the Navy, and I felt that this book taught me more about both. Particularly at the start of the story when Nick is training and taking classes at UC Berkley, I learned about what type of training and classes are used for aviation. However, because I did not know much about these topics previously, the first few chapters felt a little confusing in terms of new vocabulary that I did not know. As I continued to read the book, I got a better understanding of these topics.  The author did a great job of writing Nick's character.  Nick is exactly how I would imagine a pilot in the navy to be: daring, brave, and staying true to his values.  Another thing I liked about this book was the fast pacing. Even at the beginning of the book, the story progressed at a quick pace, which made the book more engaging. Additionally, I appreciated the suspenseful plot, and I enjoyed how the story took place in multiple settings such as California and the UK. One thing to note is that this book is part of a series and references characters and scenes that happened in other books, but can still be read as a stand-alone. Overall, I recommend this book, especially to readers who are interested in flights or government missions.

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