Infinite Stakes
A Novel of the Battle of Britain
by John Rhodes
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Pub Date Sep 09 2020 | Archive Date Sep 11 2020
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Description
September 1940. Adolph Hitler’s Luftwaffe is poised to defeat Britain’s RAF and conquer England, his last remaining enemy.
Winston Churchill faces Nazi Germany from the Battle of Britain bunker. Waves of Luftwaffe bombers sweep over England, carrying death and destruction. Only a handful of heavily outnumbered RAF planes rise against the Luftwaffe. The battle—involving almost a thousand aircraft—rages all day.
But, against all odds, the Luftwaffe is turned back, and England survives to fight on, alone and outnumbered.
Eleanor, a mathematician who has developed a strategic model, is tasked by Churchill to analyze Hitler’s plans. Johnnie a Spitfire pilot, is appointed to lead an American Eagle volunteer squadron. The demands of the war press on them both, and they struggle to find time for their new love.
While Eleanor is sent as a British representative to the American government, Johnnie is shot down and imprisoned. Reeling from the news of Johnnie’s capture, Eleanor is commanded to fly to Pearl Harbor to give advice on naval strategy in early December 1941—a moment in history that would change America forever.
Infinite Stakes is a gripping saga full of vital historical moments that were only possible through individual acts of bravery and strength.
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Advance Praise
"Rhodes memorably portrays Europe's terrifying crisis. It's easy to forget just how grim the future seemed. Also, the slowly brewing romance between Johnnie and Eleanor is touchingly drawn, especially Johnnie's strenuously concealed existential despondency. A gripping, emotionally bracing account of a critical moment in history." -Kirkus Reviews
"John Rhodes' brilliantly written historical novel centers on a Spitfire pilot and a mathematical genius struggling through WWII's Battle of Britain and their own lack of personal confidence.This engaging history laced with personal struggle is spiced with well-researched and thrilling aerial combat scenes... Despite the action, the story never sacrifices character development and an appreciation of the humanness of those who serve as minor pieces in the chess game played by the masters of war. Readers will also be pleasantly surprised by how the author flawlessly--even captivatingly--weaves mathematics into a war/love story. This is a WWII novel to savor." -Blue Ink Review
"Based on the historical accuracy of the Battle of Britain but with fictional elements, the narrative's focus alternates between the two protagonists, Shaux and Eleanor. Prominent figures factor in primarily to Eleanor's story, and the details of the fighting are true to records. The use of the two fictional leads allows for a strong balance of militaristic action and workplace tension and drama. Those who are new to learning about the air combat of the Second World War can consult the appendices at the end of the book, which offer detailed information about the various planes, figures, and speeches that so prominently define this era of history. A good story in its own right, the historical power and significance of this book's backdrop lead to a read that is fast-paced, dangerous, and addictive." -US Review of Books
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| EDITION | Paperback |
| ISBN | 9781735373607 |
| PRICE | $17.95 (USD) |
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Meredith D, Reviewer
Upon starting the book I was a bit surprised by the back and forth between not only character POV but also by the modern day interview versus WWII action and was not sure I liked it but I have to say I quickly became absorbed in the story and enjoyed it tremendously! Although Eleanor and Johnnie are both fictional characters, as is Eleanor's mathematical model and department, the author masterfully weaves their story into the real life Battle of Britain, its aftermath and actual historical figures they interact with including Churchill, Harry Hopkins and others. After finishing Infinite Stakes I discovered there is a preceding book, Breaking Point, which introduces us to Eleanor and Johnnie and enjoyed it as well. I hope for another book about these two interesting characters,
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