When Eagles Dare to Fly

About the Book

When Eagles Dare to Fly is a story of hope. It foretells a bright future where the deep-rooted spiritual nature of mankind can overcome the past and lead us to a future of peace, love, and tranquility. This is a powerful story of Mitch and Raymond growing up in a society where men have lost purpose. Robbed of pride, men drink to forget their past and hopeless future; alcoholism and the destruction of their families result. Children are forced to endure physical and mental abuse of their mothers and families. The children realize the cycle must be broken. Joining together, they show their parents a better life. A seemingly insignificant death—a murder—galvanizes the youth to action. Reverting to the “old ways,” the spiritualism of their forefathers, they vow to return to the days when they were a proud, loving people. During their journey, they discover an amazing fact. That bigotry and racism are just barriers erected to hide the fact that mankind suffers from the same diseases.

About the Author

When Eagles Dare to Fly is James W. Hoddinott’s first novel. He has been an educator for over twenty years where he has worked as a teacher, resource teacher, and consultant and is currently an administrator. James worked as project lead in the development of three documents that provides educators a guide to working with and including all students into a school and classroom. His passion for creating inclusive educational environments has guided him throughout his career. Writing has always been a secret passion. This novel represents a move from his oral storytelling to the written word.