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""This heartwarming tale brought tears to my eyes. It will be enjoyed by readers of all ages."" ""Some Angels Have Rotorblades! A heartwarming read by Darcy Guyant with beautiful, vibrant illustrations, tells an important story about the impact of those who choose to always be there to answer the call to rescue. Appropriate for both young and older audiences. This book is not just a great choice for kiddos in their ""Planes, Trains and Automobiles"" phase... it is also an easy pull for a parent or an elementary teacher's read-aloud shelf to teach a message about gratitude, and how showing care and concern for others can change the trajectory of someone's life for the better."" ""This story is absolutely delightful! With an engaging plot and meaningful messages woven throughout, it opens the door to thoughtful conversations with children, whether you're a parent, grandparent, teacher, or caregiver. I especially loved how the story comes full circle, with the boy-now a grandfather-taking his grandchildren to the aviation museum and discovering the very helicopter that once saved his life. It's a touching reminder of courage, gratitude, and the passage of time. The included conversation starters are a wonderful bonus. Another outstanding book from this talented author-I hope there are many more to come!"" ""Great resource to teach children how every action has a reaction. People who put their lives at risk to save others are special human beings, and books that highlight that are well-intentioned."" ""My six-year-old son enjoyed this book, and I found it unexpectedly moving myself! Loved the full-circle moment at the aviation museum. We read this book at home, but it would be a good classroom resource with the discussion questions at the end of the story."" ""My grandchildren loved the story. Easy to read and understand. They now have the whole series and asked me to read to them every time I visit. Thank you Mr. Guyant."" ""This story is so sweet! It not only has a captivating plot, but it has so many outstanding morals and opportunities for valuable conversations with your kids, grandkids, nieces and nephews, students, etc. I appreciate the added conversation starters provided at the end of the book. Another phenomenal read by this talented author! Please keep them coming!"" ""I have always loved children's literature for its creativity, emotional impact, clarity, and simplicity. In those regards, Mr. Darcy has done a great job retelling this true story. He shines light into the hearts of those who choose to do search and rescue work and into the life of a person needing to be found. There are many teaching points and interesting discussions to be had from reading this book, especially regarding how to be safe on and survive in water. As a teacher and the wife of a former Coast Guard search and rescue helicopter pilot, I loved this book. You will too.""

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Darcy Guyant is retired from twenty-five years of U.S. military service, having flown helicopters for both the U.S. Army and the U.S. Coast Guard.The actual Coast Guard HH52 helicopter #1415 is displayed in the Museum of Flight in Seattle, WA. Darcy flew this aircraft on its final rescue mission on 31 July 1988. Coast Guard helicopter #1415 was retired from service and eventually placed on display in the museum.The rescue depicted in this story is based on an actual rescue performed by Darcy. This was his first rescue as a Coast Guard helicopter pilot. The rescue required a water landing and platform pickup of a lone survivor clinging to a capsized boat. Darcy never met the man he saved that day or learned his name, but he has often wondered how this man's and his family's history was altered. The stories in Darcy's book series, ""The Coast Guard Adventures of Dolph and Gwen,"" are also based on actual search and rescue missions he flew in an HH-65 Dolphin helicopter.Since 2013, Darcy has volunteered thousands of hours in public elementary schools. Among his favorite activities at school are reading exciting stories to kids and helping them learn to read independently.His granddaughter (the real-life Gwen), whose love of books and things that fly, has greatly inspired his writing. His love of storytelling and my sometimes-exciting flight experiences have been a major source of inspiration for talking to kids about courage in the face of adversity, teamwork, and trust.

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