City Spies Series 4 Books Set - City Spies, Golden Gate, Forbidden City, City of the Dead
by James Ponti · · 2024
This action-packed middle-grade series follows five tech-savvy youths from around the globe who are recruited by a covert agent to form an international espionage team. Working out of a hidden base in Scotland, the young operatives use their unique skills in hacking, mathematics, and tactical deception to thwart global criminal networks. Along the way, these former outcasts build deep bonds as a found family while learning accountability, trust, and sacrificial teamwork.
- Age range
- Ages 10–14
- Category
- Middle Grade Reads
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Parent notes
James Ponti's City Spies series delivers engaging, fast-paced adventure for middle-grade readers who enjoy mystery and international intrigue. Parents should note that while the young characters engage in covert spy craft—including disguises, hacking, and unauthorized entry—their overarching motivations are driven by justice, loyalty, and protecting others. The central found-family dynamic under the guidance of their mentor emphasizes belonging, mutual respect, and healing from past trauma.
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Discussion questions
- 1As the team travels from London and San Francisco to Beijing and Cairo, which historical landmarks or cultural details stirred your curiosity about the wider world God created?
- 2While the City Spies rely on stealth, hacking, and clever tricks to combat criminal syndicates, how does their motivation to fight for justice align with or differ from a biblical view of righting wrongs?
- 3When team members face doubts about their skills or past mistakes, how do Sara, Kat, Rio, Sydney, and Paris demonstrate genuine loyalty and encouragement toward one another?
- 4Although the young operatives initially struggled with trust due to their difficult backgrounds, in what ways does their relationship with Mother offer a picture of a loving, protective parent figure?
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