I just can’t get enough of these delightful books. They ought to be required reading on any course that teaches writing, as a model of how to write a truly readable book. Ms Greenwood manages to make a leading character sympathetic against all odds, sketch in a historical and geographical background that feels authentic, and pack in a good lively plot ...all in fewer than 200 pages! In this one she gives a sobering and extremely genuine sounding account of Gallipoli and Pozières, plus a beautiful description of the bush. There is also a tangible atmosphere of the excitement that early aviation gave people, plus the heady thrill of listening to well-performed jazz. Phryne herself continues to delight, being the sort of person who on the surface might sound decadent, but who is capable, courageous and genuinely charitable to anybody in need. As ever a good-humored mix of the thrilling the serious and the fun, as well as totally un-put-down-able. Miss this series at your peril!