A Sunlit Weapon: A Novel (Maisie Dobbs, 17)

A Sunlit Weapon: A Novel (Maisie Dobbs, 17)

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In the latest installment of the bestselling series by Jacqueline Winspear, Maisie Dobbs, the beloved protagonist, finds herself entangled in a mystery involving First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt, following a series of potential attacks on British pilots. The story takes place in October 1942 when Jo Hardy, a 22-year-old ferry pilot, is flying a Supermarine Spitfire, the world's fastest fighter aircraft, to Biggin Hill Aerodrome. During her flight, Jo realizes that her plane is being shot at from the ground. Upon investigation, she discovers an American serviceman bound and gagged in a nearby barn. Jo saves him and hands him over to the American military police. It is then revealed that he is a suspect in the disappearance of another soldier. Tragedy strikes two days later when another ferry pilot crashes in the same area where Jo's plane was attacked. To help unravel the mystery, Jo seeks assistance from Maisie Dobbs, a psychologist and investigator. Meanwhile, Maisie's husband, a high-ranking political attaché at the American embassy, is busy ensuring tight security for the visit of First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt to Britain. It is evident that German agents have been present, as the president's wife is a prime target for them. There appears to be a potential connection between the death of the female ferry pilot and the recent activities of two American servicemen. To ensure the safety of both the First Lady and the soldier in police custody, Maisie must uncover the link between these events. Additionally, Maisie faces personal challenges with her young daughter, Anna, who is dealing with her own struggles during wartime.

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