Reviews by Category: Nonfiction

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Impossible Escape book cover

Impossible Escape

By Steve Sheinkin
Star Rating
★★★★★

Rated by
Nirvaan M.
Apr 21, 2025

Steve Sheinkin wrote the book Impossible Escape. It is a true story of heroism and survival in Nazi Europe. The book is based in 1942, Nazi occupied Slovakia. Teenager Rudi Vrba is trying to escape to freedom but is captured by Nazi Secret Service. He is sent to one of the most dreaded concentration camps in Germany, Auschwitz. After spending two years in the most notorious camp, suffering from intolerable and inhumane conditions, he's had enough. It's time to escape. 

Teen Review
Who is Maurice Sendak? by Janet B. Pascal

Who is Maurice Sendak?

By Janet B. Pascal
Star Rating
★★★

Rated by
Rishi Tek
Apr 18, 2025

This book tells the story of Maurice Sendak, the famous writer and artist who made Where the Wild Things Are. It starts with his childhood in Brooklyn, New York, where he liked to draw and make up stories. The book shows how he grew up to become an artist, worked on books and cartoons and made some of the most loved kids' stories. It also talks about some of the hard times he had, like being sick and feeling different from others.

Teen Review
Who is Stacey Abrams? by Shelia P. Moses

Who is Stacey Abrams?

By Shelia P. Moses
Star Rating
★★★★

Rated by
Rishi Tek
Apr 17, 2025

Stacey Abrams is a strong leader in American politics and works hard to protect voting rights. The book starts with her childhood in Mississippi and Georgia. She grew up in a big family that believed in learning and working hard. It shows how she was a smart and determined student who always dreamed big. The book talks about how Stacey became a lawyer, author and leader. It also explains how she ran for governor of Georgia. Even though she didn’t win, she didn’t give up. Instead, she worked to help more people vote and make sure everyone’s voice is heard.

Teen Review
Who is Taylor Swift? by Kirsten Anderson

Who is Taylor Swift?

By Kirsten Anderson
Star Rating
★★★

Rated by
Rishi Tek
Apr 15, 2025

This book tells the story of Taylor Swift becoming a famous music star. It starts with her growing up in Pennsylvania, where she loved singing and writing songs. The book tells how she moved to Nashville to chase her dream and worked hard to become a country singer. Later, she became a huge pop star known all over the world. It talks about her hit songs, albums and how she tells stories through her music. The book also shows how she cares about her fans and speaks about things that matter. It’s a great story of how a small-town girl became one of the most popular singers in the world.

Teen Review
AP World History Modern Premium 2024 by John McCannon

AP World History Modern Premium 2024

By John McCannon
Star Rating
★★★★

Rated by
Anonymous
Apr 15, 2025

The AP World History: Modern Premium 2024 study guide stands out as a powerful resource for students preparing for the AP exam. It provides thorough content coverage that builds a strong foundational understanding across all required units. Although generally comprehensive and highly beneficial, learners should be aware that it occasionally presents additional information that extends beyond the core requirements of the test, necessitating a focused effort to prioritize the most essential material for exam success.

Teen Review
AP Physics 1 Premium Prep by The Princeton Review

AP Physics 1 Premium Prep

By The Princeton Review
Star Rating
★★★★

Rated by
Anonymous
Apr 15, 2025

This AP Physics 1 Premium Prep guide stands out as a very effective tool for students needing a thorough review of the course content. It systematically covers the essential topics mandated by the College Board curriculum, presenting the fundamental principles of mechanics, energy, momentum, rotation and other core areas in a generally accessible manner.

Teen Review
AP Physics 1 Algebra-based 2024 by Greg Jacobs

AP Physics 1 Algebra-based 2024

By Greg Jacobs
Star Rating
★★★★

Rated by
Anonymous
Apr 15, 2025

The AP Physics 1 Algebra-Based 2024 prep book generally provides a solid foundation for students reviewing the core concepts tested on the exam from that year. These guides typically offer comprehensive chapter reviews covering essential topics like kinematics, dynamics, energy, momentum, simple harmonic motion, torque and basic circuits.

Teen Review
Who is Rupaul? by Nico Medina

Who is RuPaul?

By Nico Medina
Star Rating
★★★

Rated by
Rishi Tek
Apr 4, 2025

RuPaul is a famous entertainer and one of the most well-known drag performers in the world. This book tells the story of his life, starting from his childhood in San Diego and Atlanta to becoming a worldwide star with his TV show RuPaul’s Drag Race. It shows how he used his creativity and confidence to follow his dreams and how he faced and overcame many challenges. The book also talks about how he became a strong voice for being yourself and accepting others.

Teen Review
The Poisoner's Handbook by Deborah Blum

The Poisoner's Handbook

By Deborah Blum
Star Rating
★★★★

Rated by
Rishi
Apr 1, 2025

Charles Norris, a famous chief medical examiner in the 1920s, along with Alexander Gettler, a toxicologist, investigated very different cases dealing with many poisons. They work to uncover the mystery behind each case that has its own story and its own chapter in this novel. At the same time, they face questioning from those above them about their jobs that are not the most popular of the time. They encounter chemicals, toxins and poisons sold at the drugstore or in homes commonly. Each chapter gives information about the toxin and newfound knowledge of the time as well. 

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