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Spies!
26 Reviews
(3)
4-6
Spies! series.
This series delves into the world of espionage and spycraft. Each focusing on a different modern era, the books cover famous figures, such as the Rosenbergs and Edward Snowden, but also lesser-known agents. The insights into spies' motivations and the mechanics behind their craft make for exciting, interesting reads. Photographs and sidebars provide additional nuggets of information. Reading list, timeline. Bib., glos., ind. Review cover these Spies! titles: Deep-Cover Spies and Double-Crossers of the Cold War and Cyber Spies and Secret Agents of Modern Times.
Reviewer: Antonio Trujillo
(3)
4-6
Spies! series.
This series delves into the world of espionage and spycraft. Each focusing on a different modern era, the books cover famous figures, such as the Rosenbergs and Edward Snowden, but also lesser-known agents. The insights into spies' motivations and the mechanics behind their craft make for exciting, interesting reads. Photographs and sidebars provide additional nuggets of information. Reading list, timeline. Bib., glos., ind. Review cover these Spies! titles: Deep-Cover Spies and Double-Crossers of the Cold War and Cyber Spies and Secret Agents of Modern Times.
Reviewer: Antonio Trujillo
(4)
YA
Palace of Spies series.
In the third book, Peggy Fitzroy returns to her role as a palace spy, this time bringing along her cousin Olivia. Peggy's duties become complicated as her aunt is accused of treachery; she gains sympathy for old rivals; and the true identity of Peggy's patron is revealed. The eighteenth-century London court remains lushly built, but there's limited action in this subdued adventure.
Reviewer: Andrea Curtis
(4)
4-6
You Choose: Spies series.
Follow a Chicago detective, a wealthy female Confederate spy, and a free black man spying for the Union in Civil War. Story lines in World War II feature a wireless operator, a reconnaissance pilot, and a spy in enemy territory. Captioned photos and reproductions enhance these Choose Your Own Adventure–format texts. The information is limited, but readers will glean a sense of espionage's role in war. Reading list, timeline. Bib., glos., ind. Review covers these You Choose: Spies titles: Spies of the Civil War and Stealing Nazi Secrets in World War II.
Reviewer: Rita Soltan
(3)
4-6
Wartime Spies series.
Each book provides historical context, stories of actual events, and background on the spies themselves. The texts and layout are clear, aided by the generous use of prints, photographs, and maps. The narratives are evenhanded and often provide some underlying reasons why the men and women became spies. Timeline, websites. Bib., glos., ind. Review covers these Wartime Spies titles: Cold War Spies, Modern Spies, World War I Spies, and World War II Spies.
Reviewer: Cyrisse Jaffee
(3)
4-6
Wartime Spies series.
Each book provides historical context, stories of actual events, and background on the spies themselves. The texts and layout are clear, aided by the generous use of prints, photographs, and maps. The narratives are evenhanded and often provide some underlying reasons why the men and women became spies. Timeline, websites. Bib., glos., ind. Review covers these Wartime Spies titles: Cold War Spies, Modern Spies, World War I Spies, and World War II Spies.
Reviewer: Cyrisse Jaffee
(3)
4-6
Wartime Spies series.
These well-designed books examine the actions and motivations of spies during wartime. Using archival prints, photographs, maps, and some original illustrations, the texts follow the successes and failures of spies--including women and African Americans--on both sides of the conflicts. Timeline, websites. Bib., glos., ind. Review covers these Wartime Spies titles: Civil War Spies and Revolutionary War Spies.
Reviewer: Cyrisse Jaffee
(3)
4-6
Wartime Spies series.
Each book provides historical context, stories of actual events, and background on the spies themselves. The texts and layout are clear, aided by the generous use of prints, photographs, and maps. The narratives are evenhanded and often provide some underlying reasons why the men and women became spies. Timeline, websites. Bib., glos., ind. Review covers these Wartime Spies titles: Cold War Spies, Modern Spies, World War I Spies, and World War II Spies.
Reviewer: Cyrisse Jaffee
(3)
4-6
Wartime Spies series.
Each book provides historical context, stories of actual events, and background on the spies themselves. The texts and layout are clear, aided by the generous use of prints, photographs, and maps. The narratives are evenhanded and often provide some underlying reasons why the men and women became spies. Timeline, websites. Bib., glos., ind. Review covers these Wartime Spies titles: Cold War Spies, Modern Spies, World War I Spies, and World War II Spies.
Reviewer: Cyrisse Jaffee
(3)
4-6
Wartime Spies series.
These well-designed books examine the actions and motivations of spies during wartime. Using archival prints, photographs, maps, and some original illustrations, the texts follow the successes and failures of spies--including women and African Americans--on both sides of the conflicts. Timeline, websites. Bib., glos., ind. Review covers these Wartime Spies titles: Civil War Spies and Revolutionary War Spies.
Reviewer: Cyrisse Jaffee
(4)
4-6
You Choose: Spies series.
Follow a Chicago detective, a wealthy female Confederate spy, and a free black man spying for the Union in Civil War. Story lines in World War II feature a wireless operator, a reconnaissance pilot, and a spy in enemy territory. Captioned photos and reproductions enhance these Choose Your Own Adventure–format texts. The information is limited, but readers will glean a sense of espionage's role in war. Reading list, timeline. Bib., glos., ind. Review covers these You Choose: Spies titles: Spies of the Civil War and Stealing Nazi Secrets in World War II.
Reviewer: Rita Soltan
(4)
YA
Palace of Spies series.
Threatened by her betrothed, Sebastian, and her bitter uncle, Peggy Fitzroy, a maid of honor and spy in King George's court, finds herself a pawn in a larger plot to uncover Jacobite traitors. Zettel employs the elements that made the first installment such an appealing historical mystery, but frivolous conflict and slow-going action may test readers' patience in this second book.
Reviewer: Andrea Curtis
(3)
YA
Palace of Spies series.
In eighteenth-century London, destitute orphan Peggy Fitzroy agrees to impersonate the recently deceased spy Lady Francesca as maid of honor to Princess Caroline. With a war of succession, jilted love, and religious turmoil in the mix, Peggy must navigate intrigue and shady liaisons to uncover the truth behind her predecessor's death. The feisty narrator and lush period details will garner fans for this new series.
Reviewer: Andrea Curtis
(3)
YA
Spies Around the World series.
This book gives readers insight into the activities of Israel's elite Mossad organization. Basic techniques of espionage are described, and brief accounts of successful missions, including the capture of Adolf Eichmann, the Entebbe rescue mission, and retribution for the Munich Olympic shootings, are also included. Photographs and inserts accompany thorough text on cleanly designed pages. Websites. Bib., glos., ind.
Reviewer: Luther B. Clegg
(3)
YA
Spies Around the World series.
These books give readers insight into British and Russian espionage. Brief history of the country's spy operations, recruitment of spies, and examples of espionage techniques are described in both volumes; accounts of well-known spies, particularly those from the twentieth century, are also included. Photographs and inserts accompany the thorough text on cleanly designed pages. Websites. Bib., glos., ind. Review covers this Spies Around the World title: The KGB and Other Russian Spies and The SIS and Other British Spies.
Reviewer: Luther B. Clegg
(3)
YA
Spies Around the World series.
This book gives readers insight into America's espionage operations with emphasis on the CIA. The training of agents and how they operate in various settings are described; events from the Revolutionary War, Civil War, Cold War, and the conflict in Afghanistan are also touched on. Photographs and inserts accompany the thorough text on cleanly designed pages. Websites. Bib., glos., ind.
Reviewer: Luther B. Clegg
(3)
YA
Spies Around the World series.
These books give readers insight into British and Russian espionage. Brief history of the country's spy operations, recruitment of spies, and examples of espionage techniques are described in both volumes; accounts of well-known spies, particularly those from the twentieth century, are also included. Photographs and inserts accompany the thorough text on cleanly designed pages. Websites. Bib., glos., ind. Review covers this Spies Around the World title: The KGB and Other Russian Spies and The SIS and Other British Spies.
Reviewer: Luther B. Clegg
(3)
4-6
Secret World of Spies series.
Archival photographs, sidebars, and multiple fact-filled features (sidebars, text boxes, etc.) combine with accessible texts to present a thorough (albeit busy) introduction to the history and current enterprise of spies and spying. From the famous and the little-known to the resources, gadgets, and skills used to betray or assist governments, these titles provide abundant information for young intelligence gatherers. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Secret World of Spies titles: The Secret World of Spy Agencies, Spies and Lies, Spies, Double Agents, and Traitors, Spy Codes and Ciphers, Spy Gizmos and Gadgets, and Spy Tech.
Reviewer: Tamara DePasquale
(3)
4-6
Secret World of Spies series.
Archival photographs, sidebars, and multiple fact-filled features (sidebars, text boxes, etc.) combine with accessible texts to present a thorough (albeit busy) introduction to the history and current enterprise of spies and spying. From the famous and the little-known to the resources, gadgets, and skills used to betray or assist governments, these titles provide abundant information for young intelligence gatherers. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Secret World of Spies titles: The Secret World of Spy Agencies, Spies and Lies, Spies, Double Agents, and Traitors, Spy Codes and Ciphers, Spy Gizmos and Gadgets, and Spy Tech.
Reviewer: Tamara DePasquale
(3)
4-6
Secret World of Spies series.
Archival photographs, sidebars, and multiple fact-filled features (sidebars, text boxes, etc.) combine with accessible texts to present a thorough (albeit busy) introduction to the history and current enterprise of spies and spying. From the famous and the little-known to the resources, gadgets, and skills used to betray or assist governments, these titles provide abundant information for young intelligence gatherers. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Secret World of Spies titles: The Secret World of Spy Agencies, Spies and Lies, Spies, Double Agents, and Traitors, Spy Codes and Ciphers, Spy Gizmos and Gadgets, and Spy Tech.
Reviewer: Tamara DePasquale
26 reviews
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