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Disclaimer: The writer of the review did her best to avoid spoilers. However, if you plan on reading this book, proceed with caution.
Scottish author Jenny Colgan wrote “The Summer Skies,” a
book that tells the story of Morag McIntyre. Morag is a pilot that comes from a
family of pilots who runs a small plane company that transports passengers
between Scottish islands. After nearly getting into a plane crash while flying
a plane, Morag returns to her family’s company, and after a storm causes her to
land a plane on Inchborn, she becomes stranded.
This book is well-written and easy to read. Some of the
chapters ended on a cliffhanger, which leaves readers wanting to keep reading.
The chapters are relatively short, so if readers only want to read one chapter
per sitting, it can be done quickly.
Morag is a relatable character that readers will be able to
connect with. The story was written from her point of view, and being able to
get inside her head can help readers relate. If the story were written from a
third-person perspective or from the perspective of a different character, the
story may not have been as impactful.
Her experiences and feelings, especially the fear of flying
after the plane incident, will connect with readers, even if they have never
flown a plane. Many people have been in car accidents or have even made
mistakes on the job that make them anxious to return to these activities. Morag’s
thought process about going back to work is relatable and shows her strength in
doing something so incredibly scary.
The ending was a bit predictable. It is unclear how old
Gregor is, but it feels like he is maybe 20 years older than Morag. This makes
the ending a bit odd, but age gap romances are a popular trope if that is the
case. However, it would be nice if he were described more clearly so that his
age was more obvious.
Overall, this book was a great summer read. It is the perfect
book to read on the beach. Anyone who has made a mistake or had an accident
happen can relate to the fear of returning to the activity where the incident occurred.
Morag is a strong female character who is ambitious and brave, and women need
role models like her.
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