Three in Thirteen

"The Second World War made instant heroes of large numbers of pilots during the Battle of Britain - the eventual defeat of the Luftwaffe over the skies of Britain is something that will never be forgotten. But there were other heroes in the making during the later years of the war, and this wonderful book reminds us of just one of them: Roger Dunsford's story of unlikely hero Joe Singleton isn't a rag to riches story, but it tells a dramatic tale of a man finding something he was very good at and then proving it in the most arduous and terrifying manner possible. Inspirational and thoroughly engaging - a true hero's story." ~Books Monthly

“An inherently compelling read from cover to cover, it is clear that in Roger Dunsford's account of the life and exploits of Joe Singleton he draws upon his own extensive experience as an RAF pilot to brings a vivid immediacy and accurate accounting to Joe's experiences combined with astute analysis of the planes, the tactics and the events of that fateful night. Impressively informed and informative… "Three in Thirteen: The Story of a Mosquito Night Fighter Ace" is an extraordinary and highly recommended addition to both community and academic library World War II Military History collections.” ~Midwest Book Review

"Incredibly engaging and deeply personal, Three in Thirteen draws the reader into the dangerous world of night fighting over the skies of England. Reading the British point of view, rather than the American, is a fascinating change for the average reader of World War II history." ~Manhattan Book Review

“This is a valuable addition to the bookshelf about a less well-known role and of a little known, but successful, pilot.” ~Britain at War