I think the book looked a little bit on the bland side. Once you read the introduction though, you were hooked. It was very inviting for girls, and the topic was interesting too. It featured the less well-known women instead of the ones you’ve probably heard about before.
    I learned a lot of science stuff too—about DNA, atomic bombs, and much more—even though the author blends it in with the stories of the women’s lives.
    I’d have to say my favourite stories were the first eight. I also liked the photos or pictures of each woman—you could picture them in your head while you were reading.
    The last two stories were the least interesting. The little boxes full of information in the stories were informative, but to read them I’d have to interrupt what I was reading before I turned the page. I don’t know how to include that information any better. But if I could change anything about this book, it would be the last two stories.
    This book is much better than most books about women and their accomplishments. Even if you don’t like science, this book is fun to read. Boys might not like it because the stories put men in a bad light.
    My overall impression of this book is that it’s a great science book about women for girls. I give it a 9.5 out of 10 because of the last two stories. In one word, this book is great.

(Originally published in the Nov/Dec 2003 issue of YES Mag.)