Overview
A tale of love, duty, and aviation history. Harry Haskell's
Maiden Flight unveils the untold story of Katharine Wright, the sister of the famous inventors, and her passionate romance with a newspaper editor.
Torn between her devotion to her brother Orville and her love for Harry, Katharine must navigate societal expectations and family obligations. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century America and Europe, this historical novel explores the complexities of family, the thrill of aviation, and the courage to defy convention.
For readers who enjoy:
- Strong female characters
- Intriguing historical settings
- Heartfelt love stories
Discover the woman behind the Wright brothers and the love that changed her life forever.
Reviews
"Masterfully drawing on intimate family letters, Haskell crosses the boundaries of fact and fiction to bring to life the distinctive voices of an era and illuminate one exceptional woman's struggle for independence and fulfillment." —Lauren Belfer, author of And After the Fire
"Combining family lore with meticulous historical and biographical research, Haskell has crafted a lively tale of the forgotten Wright sibling. While very much of its era, the recounting of family relationships, love coming late in life, and the excitement of new technology reverberates in our own time as well." —Tracy Barrett, author of Anna of Byzantium
"Harry Haskell unravels the mystery of the 'third' Wright brother—their sister, Katharine. Beautifully told!"—Richard Maurer, author of The Wright Sister
“Haskell imaginatively makes what was already an interesting triangle even more emotionally gripping. This slow burn of a story draws readers in more deeply with each page and makes Katharine truly the most intriguing Wright of them all.” —Booklist
Author Biography
Harry Haskell is the grandson of Henry J. Haskell. He is the author of Boss-Busters and Sin Hounds: Kansas City and Its Star, The Early Music Revival: A History, and editor of The Attentive Listener: Three Centuries of Music Criticism. He lives in Guilford, Connecticut.
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