Bound To Stay Bound

School Library Journal - 06/01/2022 Gr 5 Up—In this slim memoir, NASA astronaut Kelly recounts several key moments in his life and the significance they played in his work and way of thinking. He covers a wide range of topics, from the personal, such as his struggle with cancer, to current topics in our society, such as valuing diversity. The first two chapters discuss how he learned the importance of having a healthy dose of fear and learning from failure, and not letting either of these deter him from his goals. The rest of the book discusses what he learned from different leadership styles and how he came to his own understanding of effective leadership. He conveys the importance of empathy, listening to and relying on all team members, believing in science, appreciating people's differences, and the critical role having a diverse team plays in success. For space lovers, many of his stories highlight the realities of living and working in space. But the importance of this work is found in Kelly's views on leadership and his life lessons for students, whether they aspire to leadership roles or not. VERDICT An excellent addition to all library collections.—Karen T. Bilton - Copyright 2022 Publishers Weekly, Library Journal and/or School Library Journal used with permission.