371 pages • first pub 1986 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780553280425
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Bantam Books
Publication date: Not specified
Description
Here is the kind of authentically detailed epic novel that has become Louis L’Amour’s hallmark. It is the compelling story of U.S. Air Force Major Joe Mack, a man born out of time. When his experimental aircraft is forced down in Russia and he esc...
Community Reviews Summary of 276 reviews
Moods
tense 42%
inspiring 21%
mysterious 14%
reflective 14%
challenging 7%
informative 7%
Pace
fast 28%
slow 14%
Plot- or character-driven?
Plot: 41% | A mix: 33% | Character: 25%Strong character development?
No: 90% | Yes: 9%Loveable characters?
It's complicated: 37% | No: 37% | Yes: 25%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 40% | It's complicated: 30% | Yes: 30%Flaws of characters a main focus?
No: 80% | It's complicated: 10% | Yes: 10%Average rating
Content Warnings
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Graphic
Death, Violence, Death of parentModerate
Racism, Xenophobia371 pages • first pub 1986 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780553280425
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Bantam Books
Publication date: Not specified
Description
Here is the kind of authentically detailed epic novel that has become Louis L’Amour’s hallmark. It is the compelling story of U.S. Air Force Major Joe Mack, a man born out of time. When his experimental aircraft is forced down in Russia and he esc...
Community Reviews Summary of 276 reviews
Moods
tense 42%
inspiring 21%
mysterious 14%
reflective 14%
challenging 7%
informative 7%
Pace
fast 28%
slow 14%
Plot- or character-driven?
Plot: 41% | A mix: 33% | Character: 25%Strong character development?
No: 90% | Yes: 9%Loveable characters?
It's complicated: 37% | No: 37% | Yes: 25%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 40% | It's complicated: 30% | Yes: 30%Flaws of characters a main focus?
No: 80% | It's complicated: 10% | Yes: 10%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Death, Violence, Death of parentModerate
Racism, Xenophobia