The Flying Girl and Her Chum

"The Flying Girl and Her Chum" by L. Frank Baum is an engaging story about the daring adventures of Orissa Kane, a talented aviator known as the 'Flying Girl,' and her close friend Sybil Cumberford. Driven by a shared passion for flight, the girls embark on a thrilling journey to San Diego to participate in an aviation meet, meeting wealth and fame through another passenger. As Orissa prepares to demonstrate her impressive flying skills, the story highlights her extensive training with her brother Stephen, a gifted aircraft innovator. The initial excitement of the flight takes a dramatic turn when the girls become stranded on a mysterious, unmapped island following an unexpected aerial incident, forcing them to rely on their courage and resourcefulness to find their way back.