The Revolutionaries

In the spring of 1920, Martin Falconer, a veteran airman, escaped the Russian Civil War with his three friends and was looking forward to a little peace. When they arrived in the border town of Camarillo to collect Charley, they were caught in the middle of a battle and discovered that the Mexican bandits had taken Charley as a hostage. With two battered aeroplanes and a broken down Avro and a de Havilland with broken wings, Martin had to enlist official aid to rescue her. This will be his most challenging flight.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 304 pages
Publication date: 11 April 2022
Publisher: Canelo

In the spring of 1920, the Mexican revolution was nearing its end, and just across the border in Texas, a young airman named Martin Falconer found himself in a unique situation. Barely out of his teens, he had already served as a veteran airman, having narrowly escaped the bloody Russian Civil War alongside his three friends, Slingsby, 'Puddy Pudhovkin, and 'Tommy Tucker. They were all looking forward to a period of respite, eager to put their past experiences behind them.

Martin had sent a cable to his girlfriend, Charley, who was in Mexico with her father, inviting her to meet him. However, their plans were abruptly disrupted when they arrived in the border town of Camarillo to collect Charley. Unbeknownst to them, they had stumbled into the middle of a fierce battle.

As the dust settled, the airmen discovered that the retreating Mexican bandits had taken Charley as a hostage. Martin tried to seek official assistance, but his efforts were met with disappointment. It was now up to them, and all they had at their disposal were two battered aeroplanes: a broken-down Avro and a de Havilland with damaged wings.

This would be the most challenging flight of their lives. With determination and bravery, Martin and his friends took to the skies, ready to face the daunting task ahead. The odds were stacked against them, but they were determined to overcome any obstacle that came their way.

The journey was treacherous, with the aeroplanes struggling to stay in the air. They flew through thick clouds of smoke and debris, dodging enemy fire and navigating through narrow valleys. The airmen's nerves were on edge, and they could feel the adrenaline pumping through their veins.

Despite the dangers, they managed to reach their destination. With their hearts pounding, they landed near the Mexican bandit camp and prepared for the final showdown.

The battle was fierce, with the airmen firing their guns and maneuvering their aeroplanes with skill and bravery. They managed to take down several of the bandits, but their numbers were overwhelming.

In the end, it was Martin who emerged victorious. He flew his damaged de Havilland directly into the heart of the bandit camp, destroying several buildings and killing numerous enemy soldiers. Charley was rescued, and the airmen returned home as heroes.

The Martin Falconer thrillers reached their thrilling conclusion with this epic adventure. It was a tour de force of wartime storytelling, perfect for fans of Alastair MacLean, Alexander Fullerton, and David Black. Martin Falconer had proven himself to be a true hero, and his friends had shown their courage and determination in the face of adversity.

As they looked back on their journey, the airmen knew that they had faced their toughest challenge yet. But they also knew that they had emerged stronger and more united than ever before. They had proven that anything was possible if you had the courage and determination to pursue your dreams.

The Mexican revolution may have been almost over, but for Martin Falconer and his friends, the adventure was just beginning. They were ready to face any challenge that came their way, knowing that they had the strength and courage to overcome any obstacle. The world was their playground, and they were determined to explore every inch of it.

Weight: 214g
Dimension: 131 x 197 x 26 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781800328471