My husband and author of Data Science Notes is contributing this guest review.
My wife picked this book out for me on the recommendation of one of her coworkers. Overall, I really liked the story, even after later learning that it was a YA book. A description of the early days of nuclear science, and the development and proliferation of the bomb:
Pros
- Honestly, a fun book to listen to, good narrative, fast paced.
- Interesting learning about the different personalities of the scientists and spies.
- A good quick primer for kids on how nuclear weapons work.
Cons
- If you were like me, and expecting a bit more detailed on technical aspects/calculations behind nuclear physics of the bomb, you'll be let down.
- There's a dual narrative, with the science side taking one thread, and spy side taking another. Though intertwined, I would have preferred just the science, as the spy side seems to be a book in its own right.
