Double Cross: Deception Techniques in War

Reviewed by: Jan Hamilton - Long Creek Detention Center, S. Portland, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: September 17, 2017

Review

Janeczko takes readers on a journey from the Civil War through Desert Storm as he describes the many ways that the military uses deception techniques. While World War 11 seems to be the focus there are many interesting pieces of information gleamed from previous and more recent battles and wars. The maps drawn by Minot aid readers to comprehend the battle areas. Authentic illustrations and photos add to the readability of this book. Though the presentation pretends to be a work of fiction it is an excellent non-fiction title that is appealing to young readers and very well documented.

This title will appeal to low readers in the upper grades and is sure to please middle readers who wish to understand the deceptions in warfare. Double Cross provides adequate information to be useful for report writing. There are seventeen pages of after matter in the form of source notes, bibliography and image credits as well as an index. Add to all public libraries and to middle school media centers.

Overall Book Score: very good