Spy School Goes South

This book will keep you riveted. Ben, a 13-year-old junior agent at the Academy of Espionage (think CIA) is a good kid who always tries to do the right thing. He’s probably not the perfect spy student; he’s not great at physically protecting himself, or shooting guns, or computer hacking… but he’s kind of brainy. He can put pieces of information together and make the connections. And he’s got guts when it counts. Ben has already helped his spy school solve problems in previous books (5), but I haven’t read them and did just fine with this book. Here, Ben is asked to help locate their enemies of the covert organization, SPYDER. Of course he says yes, but it’s not that simple. He’s plunged into all kinds of scary situations in a Mexican jungle, and things just keep getting worse.Think of your plane being targeted by a missile, or having hungry crocodiles surround you, or discovering a nefarious plan to accelerate rising oceans and sink cities around the globe. Ben has some solid friends, though, and each has their own special spy skills which come in handy. Still, the author is sly; you might wonder, does ‘goes south’ in the title refer to a country south of the U.S., or does it refer to the expression that means things get very bad, or even that the school is no longer providing a safe haven for spies in training? Hmm. If you’re in grades 3-7 and you like adventure with amusing situations, this is for you. Also, read the author’s suggestions at the end. We can take care of our planet; each person can make a difference.

I am very disspionted. All of Staurts other books I have read have been amazing. This spy school book was easy to figure out. I knew what was going on and what SPYDER had planned which made the book quite a bore. The plot was obvious, which was sad because all of the other books were fun suspensful reads. I hated that Zoe and Ben suddenly are a thing. There has been so much talk about Erica and Ben from previos books especially in book 4. I am angry that Zoe and Ben just boom love eachother. I think it should be Mike and Zoe and Erica and Ben. If there is a book seven Staurt needs to fix this. I wouldn't recommend it to someone just starting the series just to those who have been waiting for a long time because with the two things I just pionted out it wasn't that much fun to read. Ben and Erica NEED to come together and fix your writing Staurt. Great series, bad book. Just stop at book five.

Interesting and fun premise for a book RUINED by the authors political nonsense. If you dont want your children indoctrinated in socialist political lies, avoid this book.

Dont think Im saying the book was horrable! Loved The story! Just, I think SG (Author) Should Have not included ”Notes” As it was slightly too......Political.Dont get me wrong, Yes, we should keep this planet healthy, However Its Too far to push it in a book about SPIES! Anyhow, Whoo - Hoo for spy school goes south!

This book is the best book I have ever read in my entire life, Stuart Gibbs, if you are looking at this comment, I suggest you to write more of these Spy School series books. I read every single one of these books more than 20 times (this is not a exaggeration). I l❤ve this series! Please, write more of these books.From: Your biggest fan, Kevin. Duan, China.

Honestly, this book just wasn't as good as the others, I don't know why but it just wasn't as good. Also there are lots of reviews saying that it gets political but it doesn't. In the end of the book the author just says he had to change SPYDERS plot because Trump pulled out of the Paris accords, and then he says we should take care of climate change, he wasnt bashing trump in any way he was just stating that we should take care of climate change.

This time Ben and Erica go after SPYDER in Mexico. Murray tries to ingratiate himself into their good graces. And Erica needs to call in back-up.I loved this story. This series just keeps getting better. The junior spies learn how to stand on their own two feet without having adults helping them. They do well. Better than the adults. Truths are revealed. I went along for the ride and enjoyed every minute of it. So much happens. So many things are overcome. I liked their inventiveness as well as Ben thinking back on his and Erica's past and realizing he and she are at cross purposes and he's not sure he cares. Ben's thought processes are interesting but without Ben they would not have figured out what SPYDER was up to and could not, as they always have, thwart them. It's not with finesse but it works.Looking forward to reading the next book.

Stuart Gibbs is my favorite author. I love the mystery and excitement in this book. It was non-stop action packed adventure with the hint of mystery that sum's it all up. I finished the book in 2 days and can't wait for the next couple of Spy School series books! The only thing I did not like about this book is Zoe and Ben liking each other and Zoe's jealousy.. # Team-Berica-4 Life!

my son has loved all the books in this series - can't comment on this one as bought it for his birthday which is not till next week

Funny, action packed booked! Easy to read.

Let's just start off by saying this series is amazing. The plots are always elaborate and sometimes difficult to figure out. The characters are all complex and cool in their own way. Especially Erica. Honestly don't like the fact that Ben has a crush on Zoe. I'd like to have seen a bit more of Catherine and what transpired after SPYDER was thwarted. One last thing I'd really really wanna see would be simple. Just single chapter told from Ericas perspective. Where we could get in her head and understand her character.Either way great series wonderful read.Also how many books will be in this series

My 11 year old son, finished every available book in this series in no time, as he could barely put them down. He recommends this series for starting at 7/8 year olds as it is very fun and easy reading. He did provide the disclaimer, that there are made up words that may confuse young readers just developing their language skills.

My 10 year old loves these books. keeps him interested instead of video games. Can't wait for the next one to be published.