Due to a sudden, unexpected passing in the family a few years ago and another more recently and my subsequent (mental) health issues stemming from that, I was unable to download this book in time to review it before it was archived as I did not visit this site for several years after the bereavements. This meant I didn't read or venture onto netgalley for years as not only did it remind me of that person as they shared my passion for reading, but I also struggled to maintain interest in anything due to overwhelming depression. I was therefore unable to download this title in time and so I couldn't give a review as it wasn't successfully acquired before it was archived. The second issue that has happened with some of my other books is that I had them downloaded to one particular device and said device is now defunct, so I have no access to those books anymore, sadly.

This means I can't leave an accurate reflection of my feelings towards the book as I am unable to read it now and so I am leaving a message of explanation instead. I am now back to reading and reviewing full time as once considerable time had passed I have found that books have been helping me significantly in terms of my mindset and mental health - this was after having no interest in anything for quite a number of years after the passings. Anything requested and approved will be read and a review written and posted to Amazon (where I am a Hall of Famer & Top Reviewer), Goodreads (where I have several thousand friends and the same amount who follow my reviews) and Waterstones (or Barnes & Noble if the publisher is American based). Thank you for the opportunity and apologies for the inconvenience.

Thank you to NetGalley and Publishers for this ARC

Loved this! Beautifully illustrated with short snappy points of interest, perfect for children to read and absorb the information!

My son loved it and wrote a book review for school.

I loved everything about this book. Learning about Marie Ciroe and her family was fascinating and I really liked how the book was presented. The illustrations are brilliant and I know that children at school will love reading and looking at this book.

My thanks to Bloomsbury Children’s Books for an advance digital copy via NetGalley of ‘Marie Curie and Her Daughters’ by Imogen Greenberg & Isabel Greenberg in exchange for an honest review.

This richly illustrated biography intended for young readers focuses on the life and work of Marie Curie, the first woman to win two Nobel Prizes for science. Aside from her groundbreaking scientific discoveries, Marie was also a mother. Her daughters, Irene and Eve, were themselves extraordinary women.

Marie Curie lived at a time when it was almost impossible for women to be scientists. Yet she was determined to follow her passion and did so.

I knew very little about Marie Curie’s life outside of her work with radioactive elements and the manner of her death. That she had daughters who themselves were independent and successful in their respective fields was a revelation. I was also unaware of her work with the Red Cross as Director of the Radiology Unit during the Great War.

Irene became a scientist and worked at the Radium (later Curie) Institute. In 1935 Irene and her husband won the Nobel Prize for Chemistry. Eve became a journalist and traveled extensively during WWII as a war correspondent. Following the end of the war she married and she and her husband, Henry, were involved with UNICEF, travelling the world on its behalf. The book ends with a short tribute to the legacy of the Curies to inspire new generations of women.

It’s clear that the Greenberg sisters are a successful team with Imogen’s writing complimented by Isabel’s charming illustrations.

Overall, I found this a very accessible and informative work of nonfiction. It is a beautifully presented book that is bound to be an inspiration for young readers and of interest to educators and librarians.

This was absolutely adorable and empowering in every way. I love stories that highlight people who live in the shadows of historical people, regardless of their achievements.

The illustrations are quirky and unique, really adding to the story. I especially loved the half-comic-half-storybook style, making it more accessible to children of all ages. I can see this being enjoyed by children throughout their lives.

I had the pleasure of reviewing this book through NetGalley. I love the layout of the book, it is a book I would have loved to have been gifted in hardback. It is well laid out, with a gorgeous mix of illustrations, 'graphic novel' elements and text. I love the 'additions' to the text that seem handwritten, that give a character perspective on what has happened. The story of Marie Curie is fascinating - and sad. I love how the author describes the transition of the work from Marie to her daughters, as Marie began to weaken. A really inspiring book, one that I would love for my classroom shelf.

Well, this book was just ace, about the Marie Curie and the achievements of her and her daughters, this book did NOT disappoint. The book takes us through the lives of three women who had struggles and hardships like most empowering young women but we are privvy to see how they overcome those struggles and nuture their loves of art and sciences leaving behind a powerful legacy which paves the way for young women and inspires them with determination, love and passion of their chosen path.

Both Imogen and Isabel Greenberg have some amazing skills and I must applaud by reflecting it in my review of 5 stars! This really would be an addition to anyone's personal library but especially in a school or even a public library, this is the kind of book, I'd love my kids to read when they are older!

Having only learnt of Marie Curie when I was in my early twenties this book was educational for me to read and I hope that it serves others as it has me, learning and educating others.

I particularly loved the layout of this book, the whole thing was illustrated perfectly and the style of the text was different from anything I've read for a long while.

Thank you to Netgalley and the Publisher for providing a free ARC in exchange for an honest review. Special thanks to the author who has educated me and impressed me with this one, I'll be looking out for more works by her as I am extremely impressed! All opinions are my own.

With evocative illustrations throughout by Isabel Greenberg, the life of Marie Curie and her daughters is brought to life: from Maries humble beginnings in Warsaw, to her ground breaking work with radium in laboratories in Paris.
But, what really struck me about this book was the straight forward yet interesting way that it is written by Imogen Greenberg. We are taken through the struggles and hardships of three strong womens' lives, seeing how their love of science and the arts develop and how they work together to pave the way for women in education.
This would be an excellent addition to any school or home library.

Thank you to NetGalley and Bloomsbury Publishing Plc (UK & ANZ) for an advance reader copy in exchange for an honest review.

I absolutely adored this little book. It was so educational and informative and completely invaluable for the future generations. I hope that this book tells the tale of Marie Curie for years to come.

I have long admired Marie Curie. She was the only female scientist we were taught about in school, and as I then went on to study Physics at university, my interest has only increased. I chose this book, both because Marie herself is of interest, and because I wanted to know about her daughters.

I have read about Marie Curie’s life before, and I think that this particular version of her life story does an excellent job. A large amount of information is conveyed concisely, and more importantly, in an interesting way. The vivid illustrations really bring the story to life. I found this book easy to read, informative, and very enjoyable.

If you’re looking for an inspiring and interesting tale, then pick this one about three courageous and intelligent women.

I was given a free copy of this book, my opinions are my own.

I am a big fan of Isabel Greenberg as an illustrator and author; The Encyclopaedia of Early Earth and A Hundred Nights of Hero are both beautiful works of art and storytelling. I have also read and enjoyed a few of the sister duo’s other children’s books.

Marie Curie and Her Daughters did not disappoint. I adored this! An inspirational tale chronicling the life and achievements of Marie Curie and her daughters: Irene and Eve, and the legacy they left behind. With themes of sisterhood, determination and female empowerment, this would be a wonderful story to share with children (or for adults that love beautifully illustrated stories about inspiring women!).

Side note: I would probably read a washing machine manual cover to cover if it was illustrated by Isabel Greenberg.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for providing an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

I thought that this book was excellent.

The way that the book is laid out is perfect and I liked the punchy style to the text.
There is just enough detail in it to tell the story of Marie Curie and her family.

I love reading books like this as an adult too and will definitely get a copy to read with my daughter when she is a little older.

It is 5 stars from me for this one, very highly recommended!