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Q: When you step out of your USUAL genre what do you like to read? Best books in that genre?
I don’t really have a usual genre. There is a genre that I never read (science fiction) but otherwise I read books from many genres. But one genre I don’t read a lot of is non-fiction. I do like non-fiction, but I don’t read a ton. Here are two MG/YA non-fiction books that I think are outstanding:
The Notorious Benedict Arnold: A True Story of Adventure, Heroism & Treachery by Steve Sheinkin
I can’t tell you how amazing this book is. Us Americans all think of Benedict Arnold as this terrible traitor, but before he sided with the British during the American Revolution, he was instrumental in the U.S. winning the war. Actually even after he switched sides, he helped the U.S. win the war. This book is absolutely fascinating, and you will never look at the American Revolution the same way again. And isn’t that cover amazing!?
Charles and Emma: The Darwins’ Leap of Faith by Deborah Heiligman
I have talked about this book before on the blog, but I can’t emphasize enough how amazing this book is. You learn about the man Charles Darwin, not just about his theory of evolution. And what an amazing man he was, and so devoted to his wife. What I love about this book is that we see two people who have vastly different beliefs in religion, but still manage to build a life together, respect each other, and love each other. Seriously you guys, you should check this one out. See all the rewards on the cover? Not that awards means you will love a book, but this one is beautiful. Plus, the cover for this one is totally fantastic, too!
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Never heard of those books. 🙂 Old follower just stopping by. Happy Reading!
I am the same way in that I read all sorts of genres of books. I also don’t read too much non-fiction though so great pick of genre!
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I read Mystery/Thriller when I step out of YA 🙂
Have a great Friday!
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Hopping through. I’ve meant to read Charles and Emma for years. I’ve heard it’s great.
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Charles and Emma really is a great book!
I really want to read both of those books, particularly Charles and Emma. Great picks to showcase!
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Charles and Emma is so good!
Thanks for stopping by my FF! I don’t read a ton of non-fiction either, but I’ll pick up a true crime book now and then.
Thanks for stopping by my blog! Those look like some good books to read.
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It’s been such a long time since I’ve read a non-fiction book. I love ones about history, especially prominent women figures. This kind of makes me want to read one now.
Both of these are really good, though not about prominent women figures But they are fantastic. I highly recommend them. 🙂
Yeah, it’s really hard to get into non-fiction. Reminds me too much like going to college.
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I definitely get that. But, over the last few years, I have read a few non-fiction books that have been amazing These two are.
Nice! I haven’t heard of the first one, but it sounds really fascinating!
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