Titles in This Set:
City of the Dead
Mission Manhattan
London Calling

Condition: BRAND NEW
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781665982207

Overview:
City Spies Undercover brings together three bold adventures from James Ponti’s award-winning City Spies universe in a single thrilling collection. This paperback boxed set follows Kat, Cairo, Rio, and a fast-growing team of MI6–inspired young agents as they navigate global hotspots, high-tech threats, and high-stakes investigations. In City of the Dead, Kat—Codename Kathmandu—uses her keen eye for patterns to outsmart cyberattacks aimed at London’s landmarks while the team tests security for the British Museum. Mission Manhattan plunges readers into the hustle and heart of New York City as the spies race to protect a climate activist at a pivotal UN General Assembly, delving into libraries, boroughs, and hidden stacks beneath the city’s streets. London Calling shifts the action to Istanbul, Rome, and Westminster as Cairo leads a rescue mission entwined with MI6 intrigue and a royal wedding countdown. This collection is perfect for middle-grade readers who crave fast-paced mystery, clever puzzles, and teamwork under pressure.

What Makes This Collection Special:
What sets City Spies Undercover apart is its seamless fusion of international intrigue, kid-led problem solving, and a warm, threaded camaraderie that grows across titles. Each book expands the team’s dynamic—introducing new allies, sharpening plots, and deepening the sense of a living, breathing spy world. The pacing balances suspense with humor and heart, making it ideal for confident early readers and transitioning middle graders who crave adrenaline without chaos. The trio creates a cohesive reading arc: from London’s cyber puzzle to New York’s urban chase to a European caper with MI6-scope stakes, so readers feel invested in every victory, every twist, and every carefully planned caper.

Books Included in This Collection:
City of the Dead
In City of the Dead, Kat’s knack for patterns and logic becomes the key to deciphering a string of cyber incidents targeting iconic London locations. As the City Spies test security for the British Museum, Kat’s leadership emerges, guiding her teammates through digital breadcrumbs and real-world danger. Ponti blends cerebral puzzle-solving with fast-paced action and a touch of teamwork diplomacy that makes this first entry in the set a strong catalyst for the team’s growth. This title sets the tone for a globe-trotting, clue-filled series that rewards careful sleuthing and collaborative effort.

Mission Manhattan
Mission Manhattan spins a moonlit maze of city streets and towering institutions as the spies race to shield a young climate activist scheduled to speak before the United Nations. The action whirls from the UN corridors to the stacks of the New York Public Library, with the team uncovering threats, tracking leads in the outer boroughs, and navigating a tense rescue mission that tests loyalty and courage. The addition of a new member to the team brings fresh dynamics and sharpened edge to the pursuit of justice, all while Mother’s own predicament in DC threatens to unravel their operation if exposure occurs.

London Calling
London Calling sends Cairo to the fore as he leads a mission to track a sister’s disappearance spanning Istanbul to Rome. The stakes rise as Westminster security and royal wedding intel collide with MI6 dynamics, forcing the City Spies to operate under the radar in a city thick with history and watchers. The book blends beguiling intrigue with cultural texture and character growth, showcasing the team’s resilience and adaptability when every street corner could hold a clue—or a trap.

Who This Set Is Perfect For:
Ideal for ages 8–12, especially readers who enjoy crime thrillers with clever kids at the helm. This collection is a superb gift for aspiring young sleuths, fans of thrilling cross-border plots, and families seeking fast-moving, age-appropriate adventures. It’s also a great starter for BookTok and social reading communities, where fans love following a connected cast across multiple titles. Teachers, librarians, and parents will appreciate the accessible language, engaging problem-solving, and the way teamwork and ethics are woven into the suspense. Collectors will relish the cohesive look and the continuing arc of the City Spies universe.

Key Benefits:

• Three connected, high-energy adventures featuring a multinational cast of clever young spies
• Globetrotting settings that spark curiosity about history, culture, and global issues
• Strong messages of teamwork, bravery, and ethical decision-making
• Perfect balance of puzzle-solving and action for confident middle-grade readers
• Collectible box-set format with uniform design for display and gifting
• Seamless entry into the City Spies universe—no gaps between titles
• Engaging introductions to themes of security, responsibility, and perseverance
• Ideal for reluctant readers who crave fast pacing and clear goals

About the Author:
James Ponti is a New York Times bestselling author renowned for three middle-grade series that fuse wit, mystery, and adventure. The City Spies novels present an unlikely squad of five kids from around the world who form an elite MI6-inspired spy team, delivering adventurous, globe-trotting mysteries with warmth and humor. Ponti’s work has earned recognition across ages, blending clever plotting with accessible storytelling. His background in crafting suspenseful, character-driven mysteries has earned him a devoted following among young readers and a growing library of award-winning titles, making City Spies a trusted, beloved part of modern children’s fiction.

Why You’ll Love This Set:
This three-book collection is the definitive way to dive into City Spies, offering readers a complete early arc in one premium, easy-to-navigate package. The consistent voice, escalating stakes, and expanding cast create a binge-worthy reading experience that’s perfect for gifting or building a personal library. Owning the full set delivers not just hours of page-turning entertainment, but a cohesive reading journey that strengthens confidence as readers follow the team from one country to the next, solving puzzles and proving that curiosity, courage, and teamwork can save the day.

Please Note: The individual books included in this listing will be dispatched as per the original UK ISBN and UK edition cover image shown in the image.