White Eagles

Before becoming a writer, Elizabeth Wein studied at Yale University and completed a PhD in Folklore at the University of Philadelphia. Her first book was published in 1993 and she has since written several novels for young adults including the award-winning Code Name Verity. Much of Elizabeth’s writing is inspired by her love of flying and she is a member of the International Organisation of Women Pilots.

"Full of excitement and gives readers a broad yet detailed understanding of those early days of the war, and of flying a plane too … I recommend it to any reader fascinated by history and the brave individuals who make it" – LoveReading4Kids"Packed with historical detail from an award winning author who is renowned for her meticulous attention to research … Strongly recommended" – The Letterpress Project"Wein has woven a historical fiction novella that will hold readers captive until the end" – The Children's War, Blog"An emotional rollercoaster … The entire story feels authentic as a war story and shines for it portraying a female hero" – Book-Bound, Blog"[Elizabeth Wein's] storytelling powers are in full flight in this novel about Kristina, a young Polish pilot … Full of danger, bravery and humanity" – Jane Sandell, Blogger