Red Burning Sky

In 1944, during World War II, a group of American soldiers and local guerilla fighters are sent on a secret mission to rescue hundreds of Allied airmen shot down over Yugoslavia. The mission is called Operation Halyard and faces overwhelming odds, but the soldiers and fighters are determined to succeed. Based on a true story, "Red Burning Sky" is a thrilling and ultimately triumphant military thriller that showcases the courage, sacrifice, and resilience of those who risked everything to save their fellow men.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 336 pages
Publication date: 03 March 2022
Publisher: Canelo

Based on the true story of one of the Second World Wars most daring and successful rescue missions, "Red Burning Sky" is a thrilling drama that takes place in 1944 in Yugoslavia, which is caught in a war within a war. In addition to fighting the German occupation, warring factions are battling each other, resulting in hundreds of Allied airmen being shot down over the volatile region, including American Lieutenant Bill Bogdonavich. Though grateful to the locals who are risking their lives to shelter and protect him from German troops, Bogdonavich dreams of the impossible: escape.

With three failed air missions behind him, Lieutenant Drew Carlton is desperate for redemption. From a Texas airbase, he volunteers for a secretive and dangerous assignment, codenamed Operation Halyard, that will bring together American special operations officers, airmen, and local guerilla fighters in Yugoslavias green hills. This daring plan, to evacuate hundreds of stranded airmen while avoiding detection by the Germans, faces overwhelming odds. What follows is one of the greatest stories of military heroism, an elaborate rescue that required astonishing courage, sacrifice, and resilience.

"Red Burning Sky" is a riveting and ultimately triumphant military thriller based on true events, all the more remarkable for being so little known until now. Perfect for fans of Alistair MacLean, Jack Higgins, and John Nichol.

Praise for Tom Young:
"One of the most exciting new thriller talents in years!" - Vince Flynn
"Gripping and impressively authentic" - Frederick Forsyth
"Courage and honor in the face of the enemy have not been so brilliantly portrayed since the great novels of the Second World War" - Jack Higgins
"A gutsy, gritty thriller told only as one who's been there and done that could write it... a terrific new writer" - W.E.B. Griffin

Young has a talent for creating compelling characters and intricate plots, and "Red Burning Sky" is no exception. The story is filled with suspense, action, and emotion, and readers will be on the edge of their seats until the very end. The historical setting of the Second World War adds an extra layer of depth to the story, and the characters are well-developed and relatable.

In conclusion, "Red Burning Sky" is a must-read for anyone who loves military thrillers. With its thrilling plot, compelling characters, and historical setting, this book is sure to captivate readers and leave them wanting more. Tom Young is a talented writer who has proven himself to be a rising star in the genre, and I eagerly anticipate his next book.

Weight: 236g
Dimension: 129 x 197 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781800328945