Category: Historical Fiction/Biography Review: The category of these books is historical fiction and biography. These books are based on real events that took place in the past, but they have been fictionalized to some extent. The USS Indianapolis was a US Navy ship that sank during World War II after being torpedoed by the Japanese. This tragic event resulted in the deaths of over 1,000 sailors and is considered one of the deadliest naval disasters in history. The books in this category provide different perspectives on the USS Indianapolis disaster. Some focus on the heroism of the crew members who managed to survive the attack and make it back to shore, while others explore the political and legal aftermath of the event. The authors have done extensive research to accurately depict the events leading up to the sinking of the ship, as well as the rescue efforts that followed. One of the standout books in this category is USS Indianapolis: Men of Courage by George Clooney. This book tells the story of a group of sailors who are stranded on a lifeboat after their ship is torpedoed. The sailors must work together to survive and make it back to shore, all while facing the harsh realities of being at sea for an extended period of time. Clooney's writing style is engaging and captivating, making it easy to get lost in the story. Another excellent book in this category is Indianapolis: The True Story of the Worst Sea Disaster in U.S. Naval History and the Fifty-Year Fight to Exonerate an Innocent Man by Lynn Vincent. This book delves into the legal aftermath of the USS Indianapolis disaster, as well as the efforts to clear the name of Captain Richard O'Brien, who was wrongfully convicted of negligence in the sinking of the ship. The author does a fantastic job of presenting all sides of the story and providing context for the time period. Mission Of The Shark: The Saga Of The U.S.S. Indianapolis by Stacy Keach is another great book in this category. This book tells the story of the USS Indianapolis from the perspective of a young sailor named Jake, who was on board the ship at the time of its sinking. Keach's writing style is descriptive and immersive, making it easy to visualize the events taking place on the ship. In Harm's Way: The Sinking of the U.S.S. Indianapolis and the Extraordinary Story of Its Survivors by William T. Newman is another excellent book in this category. This book tells the story of the USS Indianapolis from the perspective of several different characters, including sailors who were on board the ship at the time of its sinking as well as historians who have studied the event. The author does a great job of weaving together these different perspectives to provide a comprehensive and engaging account of the disaster. Overall, these books are all excellent choices for anyone interested in historical fiction or biography. They each offer unique insights into the USS Indianapolis disaster and its aftermath, making them well worth reading.