The Aviator's Wife is a captivating novel that delves into the complexities of marriage, motherhood, and fame. Based on the true story of Charles and Anne Lindbergh, this book is a must-read for fans of historical fiction. The most distinctive feature of this book is the portrayal of Anne as more than just a supportive wife, but a strong woman in her own right who struggled with the challenges of fame and tragedy. Overall, readers will be touched by the deeply human story of love and loss portrayed in this novel.

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• Goodreads Choice Award Nominee for Historical Fiction (2013)

In the spirit of Loving Frank and The Paris Wife, acclaimed novelist Melanie Benjamin pulls back the curtain on the marriage of one of America’s most extraordinary couples: Charles Lindbergh and Anne Morrow Lindbergh.When Anne Morrow, a shy college senior with hidden literary aspirations, travels to Mexico City to spend Christmas with her family, she meets Colonel Charles Lindbergh, fresh off his celebrated 1927 solo flight across the Atlantic. Enthralled by Charles’s assurance and fame, Anne is certain the aviator has scarcely noticed her. But she is wrong. Charles sees in Anne a kindred spirit, a fellow adventurer, and her world will be changed forever. The two marry in a headline-making wedding. In the years that follow, Anne becomes the first licensed female glider pilot in the United States. But despite this and other major achievements, she is viewed merely as the aviator’s wife. The fairy-tale life she once longed for will bring heartbreak and hardships, ultimately pushing her to reconcile her need for love and her desire for independence, and to embrace, at last, life’s infinite possibilities for change and happiness.Look for special features inside. Join the Random House Reader’s Circle for author chats and more.

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