Publisher's Synopsis
Thunderbirds! is a thrilling science fiction novel by Martin Caidin. The story is set in the near future and follows the adventures of a team of elite pilots who operate advanced aircraft known as Thunderbirds. These aircraft are capable of incredible feats, including supersonic flight and the ability to travel into space. The main character of the story is Captain Richard Pike, a skilled pilot who is recruited into the Thunderbirds program. Along with his fellow pilots, Pike is tasked with defending the world against a mysterious alien race known as the Krell. The Krell are bent on destroying humanity and have already attacked several major cities around the world. As the Thunderbirds team prepares for their most dangerous mission yet, Pike and his colleagues must overcome personal challenges and work together to save the planet. Along the way, they encounter a variety of obstacles and adversaries, including traitors within their own organization and deadly Krell weapons. Thunderbirds! is a fast-paced and action-packed novel that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Caidin's vivid descriptions of advanced technology and thrilling aerial battles make for an exciting and immersive reading experience. The book is a must-read for fans of science fiction and aviation enthusiasts alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
