Hale is a quick-thinking and daring underdog, with an impressive arsenal of skills and spy tricks. The book ends on a satisfying note but leaves plenty of room for future sequels. Fast-paced, funny, and full of unexpected plot twists, this spy novel will easily appeal to middle grade adventure fans.

School Library Journal

Exciting missions, cool gadgets, and plenty of intrigue make this a fun read from the get-go. The icing on the cake is Hale, whose self-deprecating manner, kind heart, and intelligence will steal hearts as well as the show. International espionage plus wacky high jinks equals plot-twisting fun.

Kirkus Reviews

An entertaining and memorable story. . . Pearce sets the stage for what could easily become a favorite series.

Publishers Weekly

A zany. . . clever protagonist. Oddball characters with plenty of heart and nifty gadgets will draw in readers who appreciate humorous underdog stories.

Booklist

Fairy tales take a modern twist with this action-packed story of strong sisters, deadly wolves, and risky love.

Melissa Marr, NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author, on SISTER RED

It is easy to care what happens to these characters, even when readers are left wondering who is on the right side and who is not . . . will still satisfy readers looking for a thrill.

VOYA on SWEETLY