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Spider Games
In the City of Spies
Series: Spider Games
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'Right now, the end of civilisation is the least of my problems.'Nick is a little different — nervous, timid and socially awkward, absolutely the wrong person to be caught in a deadly spy game of cat and mouse. But when his grandfather vanishes during a trip...
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From the bestselling author of Katipo Joe comes a thrilling new spy series, perfect for fans of Alex Rider and CHERUB.
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'Right now, the end of civilisation is the least of my problems.'
Nick is a little different — nervous, timid and socially awkward, absolutely the wrong person to be caught in a deadly spy game of cat and mouse. But when his grandfather vanishes during a trip to Berlin and long-buried secrets begin to surface, Nick finds himself alone with sinister figures closing in. His only ally is Rejhana who is carrying dangerous secrets of her own.
Survival becomes a matter of trust, and what makes him different could be the key to everything.
As the world counts down to the new millennium, Nick and Rejhana are out of options, out of luck and out of time in the city of spies.
From the bestselling author of Katipo Joe comes a thrilling new spy series, perfect for fans of Alex Rider and CHERUB.
Nick is a little different — nervous, timid and socially awkward, absolutely the wrong person to be caught in a deadly spy game of cat and mouse. But when his grandfather vanishes during a trip to Berlin and long-buried secrets begin to surface, Nick finds himself alone with sinister figures closing in. His only ally is Rejhana who is carrying dangerous secrets of her own.
Survival becomes a matter of trust, and what makes him different could be the key to everything.
As the world counts down to the new millennium, Nick and Rejhana are out of options, out of luck and out of time in the city of spies.
From the bestselling author of Katipo Joe comes a thrilling new spy series, perfect for fans of Alex Rider and CHERUB.
Series: Spider Games
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Spider Games
'Right now, the end of civilisation is the least of my problems.'Nick is a little different — nervous, timid and socially awkward, absolutely the wrong person to be caught in a deadly spy game of cat and mouse. But when his grandfather vanishes during a trip to Berlin and long-buried secrets begin to surface, Nick finds himself alone with sinister...Paperback$2400Elsewhere:$2799Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips tomorrow
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ISBN: 9781776891672
Publisher: David Bateman Ltd
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 02 March 2026
Country: New Zealand
Imprint: David Bateman Ltd
DIMENSIONS
Width: 129.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 0g
Pages: 280
About the Author
BRIAN FALKNER is a bestselling author of books for children and young adults. From wild adventures to gripping sci-fi, his work has inspired young readers worldwide. When not writing, he's visiting schools, running writing camps or exploring new story ideas.
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