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Synopsis
Teenager Tom Lovett suffers from a rare form of narcolepsy that can knock him out for days at a time. At least, this is what his parents and doctors have always told him. But Tom’s about to make a shocking discovery: He’s actually a sleeper assassin. His narcoleptic “fits” are cover for his horrific missions. In fact, his entire life has been a lie. The truth is, Tom shares a body with Tyler Garrett, a separate personality who has committed coldblooded murder without a second thought. Now, Tom is on a mission to take down the evil agency that created him. But can he also fight the evil within himself? In the tradition of The Bourne Identity and The Bourne Supremacy, Sleeper Code and Sleeper Agenda are a two-part white-knuckle thrill ride that will keep readers riveted to the very last page.
Is Sleeper Agenda appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 15 and up.
Parents should know this YA thriller involves a teen sleeper assassin who discovers he's committed coldblooded murders during his 'narcoleptic' blackouts and must confront the separate killer personality sharing his body. Expect strong violence, psychological manipulation, and themes of forced killing.
What to know going in
This book has strong violence, no sexual content, and moderate language. Content notes include child abuse, murder, and violence (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Teens will be hooked by the Bourne-style conspiracy thriller about a boy discovering his entire life has been a lie and he's actually a trained killer.