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Florian and Margaret are ordinary middle‑schoolers with extraordinary determination. When a spy implicates their FBI supervisor, Marcus Rivers, in a series of crimes, the two teens decide to investigate fiercely. Their quest leads them to daringly break into, and out of, the Library of Congress in pursuit of justice.
The story blends humor with suspense, showcasing the clever resourcefulness of young detectives amid a spy‑filled plot. Their adventure explores themes of friendship, courage, and the thrill of uncovering secrets while navigating the world of espionage and federal investigations.
First publish date: 2018
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: James Ponti
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