Aces Up is a captivating and heartwarming story that follows the journey of a group of teenagers as they navigate the ups and downs of friendship, love, and facing their fears. The author, Covington Clarke, does an excellent job of creating relatable and realistic characters that readers can easily connect with. The plot is engaging and keeps the reader on the edge of their seat, while also providing moments of humor and touching emotion. Overall, Aces Up is a well-written novel that is sure to resonate with readers of all ages.

Book Description:
A crack American flying troop has been sent to France, where they await further instructions. They are concerned that their extensive talents will not be put to good use in the war. Major Cowan introduces Lt. McGee as the British instructor for the crew. It turns out the Brit is actually an American, born in the U.S., even though his parents were British. McGee and Larkin are flying partners. Out on a mission, McGee spots a small enemy plane in a searchlight, probably intent on dropping flares to mark targets for bombers. He drives in for the attack successfully, as the enemy plane zooms earthward in flames. During another flight to Epernay, a fellow pilot, Siddons, fades back to a previous stop. McGee and Larkin suspect Siddons of aiding the enemy. Von Herzmann is preparing German pilots to fight Americans. Larkin and McGee defeat the enemy and force a retreat. In another battle, McGee must crash-land, where he passes out due to injuries. He spends weeks recovering in a hospital. When he is discharged, he cannot find his squadron. After diligent searching, he shows up at his old base. At the end, it is revealed that Siddons is not at all what he was suspected of being--in fact, the opposite.