Max in the House of Spies: A Tale of World War II

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Max Bretzfeld doesn't 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 he's 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. The first book in a duology, Max in the House of Spies is a thought-provoking World War II story as only acclaimed storyteller Adam Gidwitz can tell it-fast-paced and hilarious, with a dash of magic and a lot of heart. "Max in the House of Spies is everything you could hope for in a book," -R. J. Palacio, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Wonder, White Bird, and Pony "Espionage! Secrets! Suspense! If you've ever dreamed of being a spy, this book is for you." -Alan Gratz, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Refugee and Projekt 1065 Max Bretzfeld doesn't 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 he's 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. The first book in a duology, Max in the House of Spies is a thought-provoking World War II story as only acclaimed storyteller Adam Gidwitz can tell it-fast-paced and hilarious, with a dash of magic and a lot of heart.

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Gidwitz imbues Maxs first-person voice with plentiful charm and intellect, making him an irresistible and irrepressible protagonist. An exciting mixture of triumphs and perils, leading up to a cliffhanger ending that will have readers clamoring for the sequel. Publishers Weekly, starred review

A duology opener with a truly likable hero and clever puzzling. Max in the House of Spiespacked with sideways thinking, sociopolitical insights, and a Marmite-eating kangaroo named Kathydelights.Kirkus


Praise for The Inquisitors Tale
A Newbery Honor Book
Winner of the Sydney Taylor Book Award
New York Times Bestseller

What Gidwitz accomplishes here is staggering. New York Times Book Review
Adam Gidwitz mingles earthy humor and high culture in The Inquisitors Tale.Wall Street Journal, Best Books of the Year
Three children persecuted for their religious beliefs band together to fight intoleranceand save their necksin this fascinating story set in 13th century France.People


Praise for The Tale Dark & Grimm series
TODAY Show Als Book Club for Kids pick
E. B. White Read Aloud Award Honor Book
New York Times Book Review Editors Choice selection
New York Times Bestseller

A wonderful sense of humor and narrative voice completely fresh and unique. Rick Riordan, #1 bestselling author
Unlike any childrens book Ive ever read. . . . Classic. New York Times Book Review
Wicked smart and wicked funny. . . . Gidwitz truly cares about the kids he writes for. Publishers Weekly, starred review

Author Bio

Bestselling author Adam Gidwitz was a teacher for eight years. He told countless stories to his students, who then demanded he write his first book, A Tale Dark & Grimm. Adam has since written two companion novels, In a Glass Grimmly and The Grimm Conclusion. He is also the author of The Inquisitor's Tale, which won the Newbery Honor, and The Unicorn Rescue Society series. Adam still tells creepy, funny fairy tales live to kids on his podcast Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest-and at schools around the world. He lives in Brooklyn with his wife, daughter, and dog, Lucy Goosey.