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Synopsis
CIA operative Dr. Jonathan S. Chalmers, the only man in the world capable of understanding a mysterious code emblazoned on a famous copper statue in the CIA's courtyard, works at the head of a task force to contain the greatest secret ever kept by the U.S. government.
Is The cryptos conundrum appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 13 and up.
Spy thriller with fantasy elements involving government secrets and code-breaking. Likely contains espionage action and tension but minimal graphic content based on premise.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include conspiracy and government secrets.
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Who'll love this
Teen readers who love mysteries, secret codes, and government conspiracies will find this CIA thriller compelling.