Into the blue

"Into the Blue" by F. Britten Austin is a captivating story set in the early days of aviation, where a pilot's hunger for excitement ignites a fuse of emotional conflict and dangerous aerial stunts. The story revolves around Jimmy Esdaile, who unexpectedly meets his old war pal, Toby Selwyn, at a peaceful beach town. Their reunion stirs up old tensions, mainly because of their shared love for Sylvia, a woman from Jimmy's past. The stakes skyrocket when Toby invites Sylvia for a thrilling ride in his seaplane, which quickly spins into a terrifying battle against nature and each other due to Toby's crazy flying. It's a compelling narrative that explores heavy themes of ambition and long buried feelings, set against the backdrop of thrilling flight, ending with Jimmy's urgent need to secure life and love.