Fly Away Baby

Torchy Blane is a sharp-witted crime reporter who insists on tagging along with the police investigation. She uses intuition, quick deductions, and a fearless attitude to uncover clues the police miss. Her dynamic rapport with her detective partner accelerates the case and adds a dash of humor to the pursuit.

Steve McBride is a police detective whose methodical approach complements Torchy’s impulsive sleuthing. He provides discipline and credibility to the chase, while sometimes underestimating Torchy’s unorthodox tactics. Together they navigate alibis, suspects, and the peril of the airship journey.

Sonny Croy is a charismatic yet troubled gambler and publicity target entangled in debt and rivalry. He becomes a prime suspect but maintains a shifting alibi until the evidence points elsewhere. His involvement with the airship publicity stunt makes him a pivotal link to the diamonds’ movements.

Guy Allister is a scheming business partner who orchestrates the diamonds’ movements and manipulates Sonny to settle debts. He boards the airship under a false name and attempts to slip away, only to meet a fatal end when his parachute fails.

Ila Sayre is a nightclub dancer with a dubious link to Sonny. She initially denies talking to him on the phone at the time of the murder, offering a brief alibi before the truth surfaces. Her involvement highlights the network of alibis and misdirections that complicate the case.