On the Wings of Heroes

On the Wings of Heroes by Richard Peck

Summary: Davy, a young boy growing up as the country prepares to enter World War II, idolizes his brother who is training to become a pilot, and hopes his hero will make it back home alive.

Rating: 3.5 out 5

Comments: Not Richard Peck's best book (that would be A Long Way from Chicago, in my opinion), but a great story about growing up in the 1940's. Peck creates some of the quirkiest, most lovable characters ever and I always enjoy reading his books. This book was no exception, and this short novel is a pleasure to read.