Crime Travelers Spy School Mystery Series - Book 2
Following the sabotage of a mass kidnapping in Paris, 14-year-old Lucas Benes confronts a dangerous new threat from Siba Günerro and her deceptive Good Company. This gripping sequel delivers international intrigue as Lucas discovers the truth about his mother and transforms into a determined young operative.
Rome Adventure and High-Stakes Action
When a mysterious briefcase-carrying student from the Falkland Islands arrives at the New Resistance Spy School, Lucas's world changes forever. The mission takes him and his fellow operatives through Rome's most iconic locations—racing past the ancient Colosseum and navigating the historic Vatican—in pursuit of answers that could change everything.
The investigation leads to a daring stowaway operation aboard a cargo ship transporting diamonds. These precious stones hold more than monetary value—they contain the key to Lucas's mysterious past and the potential to dismantle the Good Company's operations permanently.
Middle Grade Spy Thriller
Author Paul Aertker crafts an adrenaline-fueled mystery that combines espionage, humor, and non-stop excitement. Perfect for readers ages 9-12, this installment in the Crime Travelers series delivers the fast-paced action that reluctant readers crave while maintaining an engaging narrative that keeps pages turning.
The story balances thrilling chase sequences with character development as Lucas grapples with revelations about his family while leading his team through dangerous situations. From European capitals to cargo ship holds, each location presents new challenges and clues.
Series Continuity
This second book builds directly on events from Book 1: Brainwashed and sets up the continuation in Book 3: Priceless. While the adventure stands alone with its own complete story arc, readers gain deeper appreciation for character relationships and ongoing plot threads by reading the series in order.
The Crime Travelers series appeals to young readers who enjoy international settings, mystery-solving protagonists, and stories that blend realistic locations with high-stakes fictional scenarios. The Rome setting provides educational value alongside entertainment, introducing readers to world-famous landmarks within the context of the adventure.
Key Features:
- Fast-paced spy school mystery with international locations
- Boy protagonist navigating complex family mysteries
- Rome setting featuring Colosseum and Vatican
- Action-packed sequences with humor and heart
- Ideal for middle grade readers and reluctant readers
- Part of ongoing Crime Travelers adventure series
