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Spy School Revolution
352 pages
A high-octane blend of historical conspiracy and middle-grade espionage that keeps the pages turning with sharp humor and explosive action.
What it feels like
Reading this book feels like strapping into a roller coaster that never quite slows down. It is a propulsive, high-energy adventure that perfectly balances the genuine stakes of espionage with the wry, slightly absurd humor of middle school dynamics. The atmosphere is thrilling and playful, wrapping the reader in a world where historical conspiracies collide with modern-day spy gadgets. The narrative moves at a breakneck pace, driven by snappy dialogue and cinematic action sequences that keep the tension high without ever becoming too dark. It is an absolute delight for young readers who love unraveling puzzles, rooting for the underdog, and experiencing the rush of a secret agent mission where loyalty is the ultimate weapon.
- Mood
- energetic
- thrilling
- playful
- high-stakes
- Tone
- wry
- suspenseful
- humorous
- earnest
- Pace
- propulsive
- Themes
- loyalty and betrayal · trusting your instincts · historical conspiracies · coming of age under pressure
- The writing
- Snappy, accessible, and dialogue-heavy, the writing balances sharp middle-grade humor with cinematic action sequences.
- The arc
- The journey moves from the shock of sudden betrayal into a determined, high-stakes scramble to uncover the truth, culminating in a satisfying reaffirmation of friendship.
- Who it's for
- Middle-grade readers who crave fast-paced mysteries, secret agent tropes, and a healthy dose of sarcastic humor.
Content notes
- mild violence
- perilous situations
About the book
Ben Ripley has barely returned to America after defeating SPYDER when someone makes an attempt on his life — at CIA headquarters. Even worse, the attacker appears to be none other than Erica Hale.
But while the CIA has branded Erica a traitor, Ben believes there must be another explanation for her actions — even if he has to go rogue to find out what it is. Now, he’ll find himself up against an evil organization that has been working in secret for a very long time — so long, in fact, that Ben will have to track down the files of America’s original spymaster, George Washington himself.
It’s an adventure that will test Ben in ways he’s never been tested before. An adventure that will jeopardize the lives of the people Ben cares for — and test the loyalties of his friends as well.
Description from Open Library.
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