Alive and Kicking Book III

Reviewed by: Sally Holt - Raymond Village Library, Raymond, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: July 7, 2015

Review

Americans Hank and Theo are brothers who are serving their country during WWII. Hank joins the Navy and as close as these brothers are Theo joins the Air Force.

In Book III of this series, the family gets word that Hank is missing in action (MIA). Hank and Theo's parents believe that Hank is lost forever, to them. Theo is sure that Hank is alive and begins to keep a daily diary that equates to writing to his brother.

This is a gritty series with lots of action filled with battles and air fights. It will grab and hold the attention of readers interested in military history and camaraderie. The writing is excellent combining the harshness of war and the longing and love of family. Book Number 3 can stand alone but it would be best to read the whole series to get the full story and effect. Fiction books about a period of history if well-done can lead the reader to non-fiction reading of the period. This book would do that. Recommend.

Overall Book Score: very good