Andrew K. (kuligowskiandrewt) -
There are many aspects to war throughout history. The image that first comes to mind is uniformed soldiers battling other uniformed soldiers on some battlefield. The attire, the weaponry, and the surroundings may change over time, but the general description has been the same for thousands of years.
Similarly, there are OTHER aspects to war that may not immediately come to mind when the word is first spoken. These also evolve over time, but are also a constant throughout that interval. In her series, Top Secret Files, author Stephanie Bearce explores espionage throughout the ages, and targets a younger audience that may not be familiar with spies and the like.
The book is well written and not only provides a glimpse at the people and techniques that were used or occasionally designed but rejected by enemy combatants to learn what their opponent was doing and planning, while simultaneously attempting to disguise their own actions and plans. PLUS, the author attempts to allow the audience to learn by doing each chapter ends with a suggested activity.
The best thing one can ever say about a series is I'd like to read the next one. That is definitely true in this case. My compliments to the author.
RATING: 5 stars.
DISCLOSURE: The book was provided free of charge via the Goodreads Firstread program. The hope of the program is that all recipients will read and promptly post honest reviews of the material, although no actual requirement or commitment exists.
Similarly, there are OTHER aspects to war that may not immediately come to mind when the word is first spoken. These also evolve over time, but are also a constant throughout that interval. In her series, Top Secret Files, author Stephanie Bearce explores espionage throughout the ages, and targets a younger audience that may not be familiar with spies and the like.
The book is well written and not only provides a glimpse at the people and techniques that were used or occasionally designed but rejected by enemy combatants to learn what their opponent was doing and planning, while simultaneously attempting to disguise their own actions and plans. PLUS, the author attempts to allow the audience to learn by doing each chapter ends with a suggested activity.
The best thing one can ever say about a series is I'd like to read the next one. That is definitely true in this case. My compliments to the author.
RATING: 5 stars.
DISCLOSURE: The book was provided free of charge via the Goodreads Firstread program. The hope of the program is that all recipients will read and promptly post honest reviews of the material, although no actual requirement or commitment exists.
