City of the Dead
by James Ponti · · 2023
In this middle-grade espionage adventure, a team of young international operatives travels to Egypt to investigate a suspicious disappearance connected to ancient artifacts and a dangerous syndicate. As they navigate historic Cairo and ancient archaeological sites, the team members must rely on their specialized skills and trust in one another to solve the mystery. The narrative highlights intellectual problem-solving, cultural appreciation, and the strength of a close-knit surrogate family.
- Age range
- Ages 10–14
- Category
- Middle Grade Reads
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Parent notes
City of the Dead offers a fast-paced, brainy adventure that champions intelligence, historical curiosity, and mutual support over gratuitous action. While the characters operate as covert agents and occasionally engage in subterfuge to stop criminals, their core motives center on justice and protecting others. Parents will find plenty of positive modeling around teamwork, mentorship, and cross-cultural respect.
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Discussion questions
- 1What main message do you think James Ponti hopes readers absorb about how young people with diverse skills can solve complex global problems together?
- 2Did exploring the ancient monuments and historic streets of Cairo stir a sense of wonder in you about the craftsmanship and history of world civilizations?
- 3In what specific ways do Sara, Kat, and the rest of the team prove their loyalty to one another when a mission in Egypt grows dangerous?
- 4Think back to a moment when a team member made a misstep or held back information; was grace extended to restore trust, or did the group handle it differently?
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