City Spies by: James Ponti (HB)

City Spies introduces a thrilling middle-grade spy adventure: when 12-year-old Sara Martinez — a brilliant hacker — is facing juvenile detention, she’s given a second chance … by joining a secret spy organization run by adults. Recruited into a covert MI6-backed team of kids from around the world, Sara and four other young agents train in espionage skills (hacking, sleight-of-hand, infiltration, observation, etc.) and tackle dangerous, globe-spanning missions that adults can’t handle.  The book balances fast-paced action, clever plotting, and a found-family dynamic among the kids — making it especially appealing for readers age 8–12, fans of spy stories and adventure, and anyone who likes a smart, exciting, age-appropriate thriller.