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Tom has been living on the streets for a long time. He had a mentor who used to tell the most outrageous stories, but he passes away. Tom's mentor taught him. Tom passed along that knowledge to other kids. Kids aren't safe on the streets; it's not long before his found family is snatched up and forced into a workhouse.Luckily, Tom escaped. And because of that, he's offered an opportunity of a lifetime - a chance to go to school. It's not your average school. This one teaches you how to become criminals and spies. At first, Tom hesitates, but then he realizes that once he learns enough, he can return and rescue his friends.But the school has it's own secrets...
My Thoughts: I really enjoyed this one - there were lots of moments of action and danger. There were secrets and betrayals and double crosses. I liked the friendship Tom made. I really love that he didn't forget his found family. This book seems like it's set up for a sequel, but there's no news about another book coming.
Cover Thoughts: Neat - I love the gold foil
Source: Book sent for review
Library Recommendation: Highly recommended for your school or public library middle grade collection.
Hand this one: readers who like City Spies or Charlie Thorne books
5 comments:
I hadn't heard of this one, and it sounds good. I'm glad that Tom wants to use his skills to help his found friend.
I'm probably not the right reader for this story, but the action-packed elements will definitely appeal to kids.
Sounds like a book that will find a wide audience of young readers. Happy MMGM!
Catchy premise!
Sounds right up my alley, going to add it to the TBR
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