GET REAL!

A sad man's neurotic fantasies in

Flight Simulation

The world's first flight simulation novel by Bill Smith

 

In part it's mystery in which a couple of sociopaths strike up a tense relationship based on a shared obsession. Best of all, the plot evolves amidst an insanely large number of flying adventures. The blurring of the author's perception of reality and simulation within the narrative is quite natural. It's the product of a confused state of mind that is shared by all similarly obsessed flight simmers. The A5 size spiral bound format makes it ideal reading on those long transcontinental flights.

 

 

 

 

What the reviewers have said about Get Real…  

Get Real! is a wonderful mixture of humor, drama, intrigue, excitement and fantasy. For the new flight simulation enthusiast, it will stimulate and educate. For the seasoned flyer, it will take you on an adventure unattainable from your computer keyboard, and for the hobbyist’s significant other; it will give insight into why we enjoy flying the “virtual” skies for hours on end. To those who have never heard of flight simulation, a word of caution. Reading this book just may prompt you to visit your local software retailer and join the “virtual” friendly skies. 

 

There is something in Get Real! for everyone. You’ll find comedy, suspense, conspiracy, action, and imagination. From the very first page, Bill masterfully creates a travelogue of fun that leaves you wanting more. So much so that it prompted me to read it again. Get Real! is a great read and difficult to put down. From engine start to wheels up, from taxiway to runway, Get Real! will keep your motor running. My recommendation; get smart and get Get Real!

 

Tom Grassia 

 

 

Aviation enthusiasts, flight sim. addicts and closet Airline Captain heroes rejoice! GET REAL invites you to “push back” and “take off” on this comic strip, ‘round the world adventure, paradoxically based on one hopelessly inadequate computer nerd’s obsession with flight simming.

 

Throughout the flight, the “global sex romp” undertones will delight the Freudians, whilst the “final approach” does indeed add weight to Otto Rank’s work on “the double”.

 

So, welcome aboard! May I remind you to switch off your mobile phones, observe the “no joking” signs and enjoy your read!

 

Liz Hughes

(psychoanalyst in training)

 

 

"Get Real!" is sold out...

If you wish to read Bill Smith's peculiar brand of FS fiction, we suggest that you check the Computer Pilot Magazine web page http://computerpilot.com and check through current and back issues for the following titles.
  • "Bride of a Flight Sim Zombie" ( Parts 1-5) -2007
  • "Betzy Wong, Flight Sim Therapist" (Parts 1-3)-2007
  • "FS Affairs and Crimes of Passion" (Parts 1-5)-2008
  • "Reginald's Secret FS Adventures" (Parts 1-3)- 2008