American Flygirl

I just finished American flygirl by susan Tate Ankeny - the true story Hazel Ying Lee, who followed her dream against all the odds - and became an American hero.

In 1932 Hazel Ying Lee, 19 year old American daughter of Chinese immigrants, sat in on her friends flying lesson... it launched a legend...

Hazel became obsessed with flying. She became the first Asian American to fly with the women's airforce service pilots.

She literally challenged every single social restriction to become an amazing pilot. Being a woman, Asian but born in American, the stack was already stacked against her but she did not give up and this woman, who I had never heard of until now, is an unsung hero and I am so glad I got to read this amazing book all about her.

She had a great sense of humor, naturally kind and spirited. I am in awe! If you haven't heard of her, grab this book and submerge yourself in excellence.

5 stars.

Thank you @kensingtonbooks for my gifted copy!

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