NON-FICTION









Title: Chasing Lincoln's Killer

Author: James L. Swanson

Genre: Historical Non-fiction

Summary: Chasing Lincoln's Killer accounts President Lincoln's assassination and the 12 day manhunt for his killer, John Wilkes Booth. The book is filled with pictures and maps to help the reader follow along on the great chase in American history.

Greats: The book reads like a blockbuster film.  You feel like you can picture the action on the big screen.

Gripes: Some parts of the book moved slower than others.  The lead up to the assassination and the first 24 hours were the most entertaining.

Rating: 8 out of 10