Synopsis:

Suzy Stone is a flight attendant. After the death of her husband three years ago, she devoted herself to her work. The more flights the better. This way she could cope with the loss of her great love. Until now. During a flight to Chicago, she has a remarkable passenger on board. A man who looks exactly like her deceased husband. However, his behavior is nothing like her mild-mannered husband. She soon discovers the horrible truth. Death flies along on this flight…

On this flight death is flying along...

Genre: Mystery /Horror

Type: Short Story

Words: 11,200

Released: February 6, 2024

Manuscript finished: January 31, 20247

Inspiration: 

I came across this mysterious photo which seemed to be perfect for a cover. The title immediately came to mind. The story itself only came later, when I first bothered to read the lyrics of the song of the same name that most people know from Frank Sinatra's version. (Dozens of artists have made their own versions, I can absolutely recommend Herp Albert's instrumental version!).

Anyway. The text triggered me. Because, to pack up and “fly” away with someone is not a choice made lightly and without truly romantic feelings. Going along with someone is not something you just do. For the main character in this story it ultimately became a matter of life and death.... 

List of characters

Characters alphabetical by last name. Nicknames and characters only known by their first name or their last name, are given underneath this list. Unnamed characters are not listed!

• Philippina Bailey - captain ("Pip")
• Angela Bolton - stewardess
• Rory Milner - lookalike
• John Puller - purser
• Rowan Stone - husband
• Suzy STone - stewardess
• Mitchell Wang - Air Marshal
• Melanie Wilson - stewardess

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