Bomb: The Race to Build and Steal the World's Most Dangerous Weapon (Newbery Honor Book)

Sheinkin's storytelling makes complex history feel thrilling—I'm curious what drew him to this clandestine side of the story.

The science parts added depth but sometimes made the narrative feel a bit dense. Was that intentional to emphasize the complexity?

The mix of history and science was fascinating, but I wondered if some parts might be too detailed or too simplified for younger readers.