Ever since she was a child, Samira Joshi has known she wants to be a spy. And why not? Her parents are elite RAW agents, and have trained Samira in spy craft since she was a child.
Suddenly, though, her mother, who was the biggest supporter of her dreams, has taken a U-turn, telling Samira to forget about spy games and focus on becoming a doctor instead.
But Samira is having none of it.
Determined to have her own way, Samira falls head first into the lair of the Spyders – a super secret teenage spy organization run by Col Singh. And when she discovers that she was Col Singh’s first choice to join the Spyders, and that her mother warned him away, she’s all the more determined to realize her long-held dream of becoming a spy.
As the Spyders go about their undercover work – from busting prostitution rings to foiling a terror attack – will Samira be able to prove herself to the team and Col Singh? And more importantly, will she be able to convince her parents to let her live her dream?
You’ll just have to read Along Came a Spyder to find out!
This is a rip-roaring thrilling debut novel, with some excellent character sketches, brilliant plotting and superb pacing.
There’s not a dull moment, and though you may initially wonder how a bunch of teenagers can foil a terror attack, once you read the book, you’ll realize that the Spyders are probably the only ones who could have done it!
Rao has crafted an exciting central character in Samira. Sassy like most 17 year olds, and yet focused on her mission and serious about the business of being a spy, you cannot but help fall in love with her, and cheer her along from the sidelines. I cannot wait to read more of her spycapades. And with that thrilling Epilogue that Rao leaves us with, I can only hope that Rao is hard at work at the next novel, because I cannot wait to know what happens next!
This book is a winner, and Apeksha Rao is an author to watch out for. Highly recommended for young adults, and for adults who enjoy fast paced thrillers too!
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I think my boys will love this book! Picking it up for them!
Oh I’m pretty sure they will!! Hope they enjoy it!
ooooh how fun.i gotta share this.sounds like a great book
Oh, it is! Super fun book!!
Oh wow this is something i would love to read. i had seen the review of this somewhere else but it wasnt as good as yours. This ones making want to buy it right now.
Ha! Go and buy it right away! 😉 It’s such a delightful read!
Young adult and thrillers are two genres I am hooked to.. Sounds fun..
Then you should definitely add these ones to your list! 😉
Sounds like an interesting book, shall surely check out
Oh this sounds really interesting! Will purchase a copy.
I have read both the books in this series. Its quality kids literature. My son also loved these.
Currently reading this book.
Im really keen on checking this book out even fir myself; loved the review& the cover looks wao.
It’s a delightful read! Enjoy!
This is something I would love to read. Thanks for helping me pick my new book.
Happy reading! 🙂
The premise of the book seems to be very interesting. A teenager wanting to live her dream to become a spy and going so far as to bust a terror gang along with others! I have never read a book of this kind before. Definitely will get a copy and read.
Oh, it’s a fun read for sure!
This seems like a fun read. I will introduce this book to my daughter who loves spy novels
The concept looks promising. Will definitely check it out. It’s been ages since I read a good book. Thank you for sharing
I’ve been hearing and reading some good reviews about this book and so its tme I add it to my cart and order it too.
I have heard great reviews about this book on internet, and I love the cover.. will surely get my copy very soon
I am sure my son is going to love this book, I am adding this to his TBR, thanks for coming up with an honest review.
Thanks for this articulate review Shinjini, I’ve been wondering whether to pick up this book. Looks like it gets a thumbsup from you..
It sure does! It’s a fun read – and very interesting and well written to boot!
Loved to read the book review and know your thoughts 🙂
Yes, the book is wonderful especially Samira. What a great role model for young adults.
I am hearing a lot of good reviews for this book. I am heading to buy them through amazon right away!
lovely review. i find the premise of this promising. going to read this one next 🙂
I think you will enjoy it! 🙂
An lovely review of an intriguing book. This one is on my TBR list. #MyFriendAlexa #TinaReads
It’s a fun read! I’m sure you’ll enjoy it.