Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2012
Bomb
A global race to build the atomic bomb ignites espionage and danger.
Newbery Honor (2013)Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Award (2013)National Book Award for Young People's Literature Finalist (2012)
304 pages· 60,357 words· Est. 6.5 hour read
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Summary: In 1938, a German chemist's discovery of uranium fission sparks a worldwide race to create the atomic bomb. As Soviet spies infiltrate Allied labs and Norwegian commandos target German resources, scientists at Los Alamos work in secrecy. This gripping tale of espionage, risk, and genius reveals the birth of the world's most dangerous weapon. Will the Allies succeed, or will their secrets be stolen? Dive into a thrilling narrative of ambition and betrayal that changed history forever.


