The year is 1962. Career options for women are limited, and one of the most sought-after positions is that of an airline stewardess, particularly with Pan American Airlines (Pan Am). Two young women from diverse backgrounds become friends after landing their dream jobs. Beverly Caldwell, raised in Manhattan in a wealthy yet suffocating environment, yearns for more. Judy Goodman, trapped in an abusive marriage in a small Pennsylvania town, seeks the perfect escape. Together, the two new friends undergo training and embark on their careers, hoping for an exciting future. The story shifts to the present, where an elderly woman in Mo’orea, French Polynesia reflects on her past.
In Come Fly with Me, author Camille Di Maio skillfully depicts the early era of jet travel. Flight attendants, known then as stewardesses, adhered to strict rules, such as maintaining a certain weight and staying unmarried. Although the role was glamorous, most did not remain in it for more than eighteen months, as marriage and motherhood were the more conventional routes. This captivating tale of friendship blended with nostalgia offers an engaging read. Now, if only I could stop humming the Frank Sinatra song, "Come Fly with Me."
Many thanks to Lake Union Publishing for the advance.
Rated 4.25 out of 5 stars.
Historical Fiction.
Publication Date: February 18, 2025.
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