The historical narrative is enriched by a new female epic. Shelly Sanders, author of "Daughters of the Occupation," returns with a novel that draws on the lives of Russian aviators to recount a lesser-known chapter of World War II.
The novel focuses on the figure of Marina Raskova, navigator of the Rodina flight that in 1938 broke the women's distance record. After being praised by Stalin, Raskova used her influence to secure support for the creation of female bomber regiments.
The recruits, coming from diverse backgrounds, faced a training period condensed into just six months. Their skill and courage were rewarded in bombing missions that earned them the nickname "Night Witches" from German troops. Among them, figures like Lina Gelman stand out—a Jewish woman initially deemed too short to fly, who becomes a skilled navigator.
The book promises to bring to light the stories of these heroines, combining historical research and narrative to celebrate their courage and determination during a crucial moment in history.
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