Raven One includes some of the most intense aviation scenes I’ve read. Kevin Miller’s personal experience and knowledge places you firmly in the cockpit and makes you feel every bit of the pressure Lieutenant Commander James ‘Flip’ Wilson is under.
Flip Wilson, the Operations Officer for Raven squadron, is a man who considers his commitment to service and sacrifice to be above all else. Despite being hamstrung by a less than stellar XO, Flip is determined to train his squadron until even the most difficult fly scenarios feel routine. He does this based on personal experience, knowing that in those extreme moments, only perfection can keep you alive.
When an incident in the Strait of Hormuz forces a conflict between the U.S. and Iran, the Ravens are tasked with being the tip of the spear. The pilots will need every ounce of their skill and training to survive.
Miller’s extensive knowledge of flying and the aircraft is on dazzling display. The first third of the book gives readers a deep understanding of life on an aircraft, the terminology and jargon the pilots utilize, and the camaraderie below the decks. All of that foreknowledge is pivotal as the action scenes come fast and furious until the explosive ending.
As someone who appreciates author’s drawing upon their personal experiences in their stories, Raven One is a wonderful example of how the deep familiarity with the subject matter enriches a plot beyond what research alone can do.
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