Michael Ferrari's first book, Born to Fly, is wonderful. It’s very important because it is something that had happened and went on in the world. Bird, her family, and friends are well defined. Michael Ferrari's first book, Born to Fly, is wonderful. The book contains elements of racism, sexism, and espionage - all written for middle grade youth. The book contains elements of racism, sexism, and espionage - all written for middle grade youth. Starting from the age of three that's when his dream of being a pilot had began. Set in 1941 the author manages to give the reader the flavor of the era as well as the personality elements that are ageless. Set in 1941 the author manages to give the reader the flavor of the era as well as the personality elements that are ageless. I had read this book called Born To Fly by Shane Osborn and it’s about the historic story about the U.S Navy Pilot Shane Osborn. Bird, her family, and friends are well defined. From New York Times bestselling author and Newbery Award recipient Steve Sheinkin, Born to Fly: The First Women's Air Race Across America is the gripping true story of the fearless women pilots who aimed for the skies—and beyond. Gene Wink's book, Born To Fly, Born To Fly was a joy to read, and was finished in only a short time in the easy chair. Born to Fly Paperback – October 14, 2003 by Michael French (Adapter), Shane Osborn (Author)