This 2021 debut novel by T.J. Newman has garnered enormous success—and deservedly so for its pure entertainment value. On a flight from LA to NYC, 143 passengers are unaware that the pilot’s family has just been taken hostage, and he must decide to either crash the plane or say goodbye to his family forever.
Narrator Steven Weber’s strong, clear voice is a fine choice for the story, and his proficiency at maintaining a suspenseful tone keeps listeners fully engaged. The novel checks all the boxes of an edge-of-your-seat thriller and perfectly lends itself to a blockbuster film adaptation—one that is now in the works! If you’re looking for a fast-paced story with relentless thrills but without complex characters or unnecessary dialogue, this one is for you!
