Hornet Flight — Ken Follett

Description

Hornet Flight is a gripping World War II thriller that blends historical fiction with high-stakes espionage and daring adventure. Set in 1941, this standalone novel plunges readers into the tense atmosphere of Nazi-occupied Denmark, where a young man stumbles upon a discovery that could tip the balance of the war. As the conflict intensifies and England struggles against German advances, eighteen-year-old Harald Olufsen finds himself holding a vital secret that must be relayed to the British—at any cost.

The novel follows Harald’s desperate quest to escape occupied territory with crucial intelligence, despite having no experience in flying and only a rusting Hornet Moth biplane at his disposal. What unfolds is a tense, fast-paced journey of courage, ingenuity, and resistance. Rich in historical detail and taut suspense, Hornet Flight draws on real-life events and the underground networks that helped shape wartime history.

A must-read for fans of wartime thrillers, Hornet Flight is a powerful tale of youthful heroism, perfect for those who enjoy fiction rooted in real historical contexts.