Barnstorming Detective: Fallen Aces - A Riveting Historical Mystery

Step into the exhilarating world of aviation and mystery with Barnstorming Detective: Fallen Aces, the first book in M.J. Finn's captivating Barnstorming Detective Series. Set against the backdrop of 1930 Chicago, this thrilling novel introduces us to Timothy James “TJ” O’Connell, an ambitious eighteen-year-old Irish American airplane mechanic and pilot. With his newly acquired Travel Air B6 biplane, TJ dreams of competing in the National Air Races, aiming to earn enough money for college,...

Step into the exhilarating world of aviation and mystery with Barnstorming Detective: Fallen Aces, the first book in M.J. Finn's captivating Barnstorming Detective Series. Set against the backdrop of 1930 Chicago, this thrilling novel introduces us to Timothy James “TJ” O’Connell, an ambitious eighteen-year-old Irish American airplane mechanic and pilot. With his newly acquired Travel Air B6 biplane, TJ dreams of competing in the National Air Races, aiming to earn enough money for college, settle debts, and support his family. However, a disastrous practice run leads to a tragic accident involving a renowned World War I ace, thrusting TJ into the center of a gripping mystery. Accused of negligence and confronted with formidable foes, TJ's journey of self-discovery blends aspiration and peril, while his fiery Irish spirit heightens the stakes.

This tale is rich with historical detail, vividly bringing the roaring thirties and the aviation boom to life. The presence of real-life figures, including the legendary Jimmy Doolittle, enhances the authenticity of TJ's extraordinary adventure.