Mid-Flight by Lisa Wilkes - Rajiv's Reviews

Mid-Flight by Lisa Wilkes

Release: March 30, 2023

Format: Ebook

Publisher: Extasy Books Inc

Find it at: Goodreads, Amazon, Kindle

She failed to save her brother and her best friend from destructive forces. Could she topple the most sinister villain of all time?

2037 was a really bad year.

Lexi Brennan’s best friend loses her life in a plane crash. Two weeks later, an intergalactic crisis threatened the fate of humanity. Authorities responded by launching a genocide.

Lexi opposed this vicious attack. Then again, what could she do? An eccentric flight attendant drawn to glamorous trysts, she felt powerless to incite change.

Until tragedy struck close to home. Suddenly, Lexi was forced to acknowledge the widespread atrocities. She uncovered a network of lies along with an opportunity to restore basic human rights. To protect others, Lexi would have to launch a movement that could destroy everything important to her, including her promising new romance.

About the Author:

Lisa Wilkes has spent 13 years as a flight attendant, jetting across the globe and collecting inspiration for her writings. Her debut novel, Flight Path, is a fast-paced romance laced with serendipitous encounters. This book follows a daydreaming stewardess as she learns to navigate a new terrain: unconditional love.

In her second novel, Mid-Flight, Lisa transports readers to the year 2038. A flight attendant begins to unravel after her best friend is killed in a plane crash. In the throes of unspeakable grief, she uncovers a political ploy to decimate one-fifth of the population. To combat this sinister plan, she must risk everything. Including her breathtaking new romance.

Lisa’s writing is provocative and timely, with a focus on societal issues and powerful internal conflict. Flight Path’s readers will appreciate Mid-Flight’s emphasis on hope and redemption, while Lisa’s work will draw newcomers to the power of her storytelling.

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Mid-Flight Review:

I really enjoyed the timeline of the story. It’s set in the near future, and as a reader, you can’t help but wonder if our world will actually become like that. The story starts off with a bang as Lexi and Jason witness a meteor incident that changes everything. I loved the science fiction elements the author added to the tale, like ContaCan, Autoscan, and PersonableSpin. I particularly loved the scene where Lexi reconnects with Jorge and thought it was memorable. These world-building elements left me in awe and made me consider the possibility of our future heading in that direction.

Another aspect I liked was how the author developed Lexi’s character. On the one hand, she reflects on the injustices in society, and on the other hand, she tries to connect with her brother Colin, who faces mental health issues. Then Jason enters her life, and their romantic journey together unfolds. The chemistry between Lexi and Jason was great, and they shared some sweet moments, like playing darts or getting tattoos. Even the bond between Lexi and Colin over their shared concern for justice added depth to the story. The supporting characters, such as Katie, Tamika, and Reggie, added value to the narrative.

If I had one criticism, it would be that I felt the climax, particularly Lexi’s actions in seeking justice, felt rushed. The author dedicated more time to exploring Lexi’s relationships with Colin and Jason (which I enjoyed). Still, it would have been nice to have more details about her challenges during her training and fight for what is right.

Apart from that, I enjoyed reading Mid-Flight and found it refreshing. I hope the author writes a sequel to revisit these characters, as I would love to know more about Colin.