Category 1: Historical Fiction/Non-Fiction The Founding Fathers Were Spies!: Revolutionary War (Secrets of American History) by John E. Miller is a historical fiction novel that delves into the lives of the founding fathers and their involvement in espionage during the revolutionary war. The book provides an interesting perspective on how these individuals used their positions to gather information for the benefit of the revolutionaries. While the author does provide some insight into the motivations behind this behavior, it would have been helpful to delve deeper into the specific actions taken by each individual and the impact they had on the outcome of the war. Overall, a decent read for those interested in American history. The Way of Kings: Book One of The Stormlight Archive by Brandon Sanderson is a fantasy novel set in a world where magic is an integral part of daily life. The story follows a young man named Kaladin as he navigates the complex political landscape and battles against dangerous creatures known as chimaeras. While the book does have some interesting characters and plot twists, it can be difficult to follow at times due to its dense world-building and intricate magic system. However, for fans of epic fantasy, this novel is definitely worth checking out. Why We Killed Patton!: "the Best Kept Secret of World War Two!" by James M. Cobb is a non-fiction book that explores the events surrounding General George S. Patton's death in 1970. The author argues that Patton was murdered as part of a conspiracy to cover up his involvement in illegal activities during World War II, including espionage and torture. While the book does provide some interesting insights into Patton's life and career, it is ultimately unconvincing and lacks any real evidence to support its claims. Secret Agents! Sharks! Ghost Armies!: World War II (Secrets of American History) by John E. Miller is another historical fiction novel that takes place during World War II. This book follows a group of spies as they work to gather information on the German military and prevent an invasion of America. While the author does provide some interesting characters and plot twists, the story can be somewhat predictable at times and lacks any real depth or complexity. Dragonfly in Amber: Outlander, Book 2 by Diana Gabaldon is a historical fiction novel set during the Jacobite rebellion in Scotland. The story follows a young woman named Claire Randall as she travels back in time to 1745 and becomes involved with a Scottish prince named Jamie Fraser. While the book does have some interesting characters and plot twists, it can be difficult to follow at times due to its dense historical context and complex relationships between the characters. Great World War II Projects: You Can Build Yourself (Build It Yourself) by John E. Miller is a non-fiction book that provides instructions for building various projects related to World War II, including weapons, vehicles, and structures. While the author does provide some interesting insights into the technology and engineering of the time period, the book can be somewhat difficult to follow at times due to its technical language and lack of context. My Secret War Diary, by Flossie Albright: My History of the Second World War 1939-1945 is a non-fiction book that provides a personal account of life during World War II from the perspective of a young woman named Flossie Albright. While the author does provide some interesting insights into daily life during the war, the book can be somewhat dull and lacks any real excitement or action. Japan's Secret War: How Japan's Race to Build its Own Atomic Bomb Provided the Groundwork for North Korea's Nuclear Program Third Edition: Revised and Updated by John W. Chaffee is a non-fiction book that explores the history of Japan's atomic bomb program during World War II. The author argues that Japan's efforts to develop its own nuclear weapons laid the groundwork for North Korea's current nuclear program, and provides some interesting insights into the motivations behind this decision. However, the book can be somewhat dense at times due to its technical language and lack of context. The Reckoning: A Novel by Catherine Ryan Hyde is a historical fiction novel set during the Great Depression in America. The story follows a young woman named Eliza as she navigates the difficult economic landscape and tries to make ends meet for her family. While the book does have some interesting characters and plot twists, it can be somewhat predictable at times and lacks any real depth or complexity. World War II Spies: An Interactive History Adventure (You Choose: World War II) by John E.