Completely ripping - another page-turning thriller featuring the dashing Isaac Bell, gentleman detective. The story is a real barn-burner. The first cross-country aerial race, including plucky heroine Josephine, whose rich and murderous husband will go to any lengths to kill her, and anyone else who may get in his way. Fortunately, she has Bell and his Van Dorn agency detectives to protect her.

The story flies as fast as the aeroplanes, from Long Island to Kansas City to California. Chills, spills, and deadly air duels. It's all huge fun, and a great read. I have read all three of the Isaac Bell adventures, and certainly hope for more.