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176 pp.
| Viking
| January, 2019
|
TradeISBN 978-0-425-28898-6$17.99
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4-6
This exciting middle-grade adaptation of the coauthors' adult book (of the same title) follows the breathless intrigue of a spy ring orchestrated by Washington during the American Revolution. In short illustrated chapters, level-appropriate prose detailing the tactics and subterfuge will thrill even reluctant nonfiction readers. Appendices include information about using invisible ink and alphabet codes. Timeline. Bib., ind.