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Max in the House of Spiesis everything you could hope for in a book, -R. J. Palacio, #1 New York Times bestselling author ofWonder, White Bird,andPony
Espionage! Secrets! Suspense! If youve ever dreamed of being a spy, this book is for you. -Alan Gratz, #1New York Timesbestselling author ofRefugeeandProject 1065
Max Bretzfeld doesnt want to move to London.
Leaving home is hard and Max is alone for the first time in his life. But not for long. Max is surprised to discover that hes been joined by two unexpected traveling companions, one on each shoulder, a kobold and a dybbuk named Berg and Stein.
Germany is becoming more and more dangerous for Jewish families, but Max is determined to find a way back home, and back to his parents. He has a plan to return to Berlin. It merely involves accomplishing the impossible: becoming a British spy.
Thought-provoking historical fiction with a dash of magic,Max in the House of Spiesis a World War II story as only acclaimed storyteller Adam Gidwitz can tell itfast-paced, hilarious, and filled with heart.