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Mission: The Figueroa Cipher - James Vagus Thrillers 2

Genres: Adventure, Thriller, Young Adult (YA)
Formats: E-Book, Paperback, Hardback
Age Groups: 16-18

Four teen spies. Two stolen secrets. The fate of the world rests in their hands. When nuclear launch codes vanish, American agents James Vagus and Dakota Walker are thrust into a globe-spanning chase—from Rio to Marrakesh to the deserts of Nevada. Every clue brings them closer to the truth—and to two Soviet operatives, Nadya and Sasha, whose motives are as dangerous as their charm. Rivals one moment, allies the next, the four young spies must navigate betrayal, loyalty, and first sparks of trust to stop a world-ending disaster. Cold War tensions. Hot pursuit. Unbreakable courage.

The Mephisto Swamp Mystery - The Case Twins Adventures 4

Genres: Historical Fiction, Thriller, Young Adult (YA)
Formats: E-Book, Paperback, Hardback
Age Groups: 12-15

Trapped in a swamp. Hunted by a gang. Armed only with courage and cunning. In their fourth adventure, identical twins Dan and Paul Case set out on a canoe trip into the eerie Mephisto Swamp, where they expect a quiet escape filled with fishing, nostalgia, and memories of their late father. But their peaceful trip turns into a deadly adventure when they stumble upon an abandoned sawmill — the secret base of a dangerous counterfeiting ring run by a criminal mastermind known only as "The Professor." Captured by armed thugs, the brothers must outthink ruthless gang members, navigate quicksand and treacherous swamplands, to expose a multi-state criminal operation. Every step forward drags them deeper into danger, and every mistake could be their last. With nothing but their wits, courage, and unbreakable brotherly bond, Dan and Paul are determined to make it out alive — before The Professor silences them for...

Mission: Red Scythe - James Vagus Thriller 1

Genres: Historical Fiction, Thriller, Young Adult (YA)
Formats: E-Book, Paperback, Hardback
Age Groups: 16-18

A fast-paced teen spy adventure perfect for reluctant readers, teen boys 12–18, and fans of action-packed Cold War thrillers. Summer, 1965. The world teeters on the edge of nuclear tension — and eighteen-year-old James Vagus is about to be pulled into a game of shadows. Aimless and unsure of his future, James is approached by a mysterious recruiter with an offer he can’t refuse: train as a secret agent and join a mission that could change the balance of power forever. Partnered with Cherokee teen operative Dakota Walker, James is thrust into a dangerous web of espionage. Their first assignment takes them to the sun-soaked beaches of Miami to infiltrate the Golden Syndicate, a covert network led by the brilliant and ruthless Dr. van Heerden. The plot? To sabotage the Western world’s food supply and trigger global chaos. From high-stakes surveillance in Miami to tense encounters in Vienna, from the...

The Dungeon of Peril Mystery - The Case Twins Adventures 3

Genres: Historical Fiction, Mystery, Young Adult (YA)
Formats: E-Book, Paperback, Hardback
Age Groups: 12-15

A thrilling teen mystery packed with secret codes, stolen gold, and pulse-pounding suspense! In the third installment of the Case Twins Mystery Series, seventeen-year-old Dan Case takes on his first painting commission — only to uncover a sinister conspiracy hidden behind the walls of a wealthy woman’s eerie mansion. What begins as a portrait of Mrs. Maitland’s prized dogs soon spirals into a dangerous mystery involving cryptic messages, a missing heir, and a ruthless gang searching for long-lost gold. As Dan, his twin brother Paul, and their friend Jake race to solve the puzzle, they must outwit shadowy figures, survive late-night chases, and unravel the truth before it’s too late. Perfect for fans of suspenseful YA thrillers, The Dungeon of Peril Mystery is packed with fast-paced action, clever twists, and rich atmosphere—ideal for teen boys, reluctant readers, and lovers of teen detective stories. If your reader enjoys mystery books for...

The Tomb of Ptahmes

Genres: Adventure, Historical Fiction, Young Adult (YA)
Formats: E-Book, Paperback, Hardback
Age Groups: 12-15

A heart-pounding archaeological thriller for fans of ancient Egypt, supernatural mysteries, and YA historical adventure. From the sun-scorched sands of the Libyan Desert to the fog-shrouded streets of Edwardian London, The Tomb of Ptahmes delivers a fast-paced blend of history, suspense, and the paranormal. When teenage Carter Pinsent — son of a famed English archaeologist — stumbles into the discovery of a long-lost tomb, he’s thrust into a world of secrets that could rewrite history. This is no ordinary burial site. The tomb of Ptahmes, an ancient Egyptian high priest, hides more than artifacts. Strange relics radiate unexplainable energy. Whispers of resurrection swirl in the desert air. And somewhere in the shadows, rival Egyptologists and occult forces are willing to kill to claim its power. Encountering Sir Robert Ottley — a celebrated yet controversial scholar — his spirited daughter May, and the enigmatic Dr. Belleville, a disgraced spiritualist, Carter embarks...

The Silent Witness Mystery - The Case Twins Adventures 2

Genres: Crime, Historical Fiction, Young Adult (YA)
Formats: E-Book, Paperback, Hardback
Age Groups: 12-15

A high-stakes teen mystery of fire, danger, and small-town secrets — perfect for fans of The Hardy Boys, Alex Rider, and modern YA thrillers. Identical twins Dan and Paul Case are back — and this time the danger is closer than ever. What starts as a simple art project for Dan’s portfolio explodes into a deadly game when the brothers stumble upon a suspicious fire and a ruthless arson-for-hire ring operating in their own small town. When the gang sets its sights on the family business of Paul’s girlfriend, the Case twins are pulled into a tense race against time. They’ll face street-level thugs, hidden blackmail, and a criminal underworld hiding in plain sight. Packed with action, humor, and twisty detective work, The Silent Witness Mystery delivers fast-paced suspense for adventurous teen readers, reluctant readers, and nostalgic fans of small-town crime fiction. Book Two in the Case Twins Adventure series...

The Cash Cache Mystery - The Case Twins Adventures 1

Genres: Crime, Historical Fiction, Young Adult (YA)
Formats: E-Book, Paperback, Hardback
Age Groups: 12-15

The Case brothers navigate danger and deception in an exciting escapade that revives classic pulp fiction thrills for teen and retro readers. When 17-year-old identical twins Dan and Paul Case pick up a hitchhiker, they think they’re just helping somebody who is down on his luck. Little do they know that their decision will launch them into a wild, life-threatening adventure. The hitchhiker is Eddie Ridgway, the former bookkeeper of a notorious gangster and bootlegger, recently released from prison after serving time for embezzlement and tax evasion. An insurance investigator is hot on his heels, believing Ridgway is going to collect the missing embezzled funds. The Case brothers deduce that Ridgway has hidden the money in the forest around Wolf Lodge, now located in a state park. Determined to claim the reward for the loot’s return, they set out to find it. But they're not the only ones searching for...

Mindfield: A Paranormal Thriller for Teens

Genres: Historical Fiction, Thriller, Young Adult (YA)
Formats: E-Book, Paperback
Age Groups: 12-15

Take a gripping, action-packed roller coaster ride as Matt and Trent, both born with a rare gift of telepathy, embark on a treacherous adventure against the sinister Sokolov and his depraved plans. One day, while playing video games, Matt receives an urgent telepathic plea for help from Trent. Desperate to find him, Matt enlists the aid of his friend, Hunter. They discover Trent’s abandoned truck, kicking off an adventure with far-reaching repercussions none are prepared for. The journey brings them face to face with the mysterious Sokolov, a shadowy figure whose motives are anything but clear. He thrusts Matt and Trent into a web of danger and depravity, with plans to force them to use their talents in ways too extraordinary for them to imagine. Matt must employ his telepathy in a way he has never dreamed of if they are to have any chance of surviving and stopping Sokolov....

Brothers Three: A Western Adventure for Teens

Genres: Historical Fiction, Western, Young Adult (YA)
Formats: E-Book, Paperback
Age Groups: 12-15

Idaho. 1880s. The orphan trio of Allen, Paul, and Chet spend their days toiling away on the cattle ranch that one day they will inherit. Until then, they are under the guardianship of their Uncle Barnaby, a man whose eye is on gold and riches in the hills instead of the backbreaking and dull work of ranching. The teen brothers watch as Barnaby rides off one day to prospect, confident they can handle anything. How wrong they are. Things immediately get bad for the brothers. They become embroiled in a whirlwind ride of adventure and danger, forcing them to grow up before they are ready. Entangled in a web of rustlers, robbers, and their uncle who has gone missing, Allen, Paul, and Chet fight for everything they hold dear.

Treachery Unmasked: a 1940s Hollywood Mystery for Young Teens

Genres: Espionage, Historical Fiction, Young Adult (YA)
Formats: E-Book, Paperback
Age Groups: 12-15

Sammy Taylor was 1940’s Hollywood’s next big thing. At only 14, he is entering a crucial age for child actors in an industry known for chewing them up and spitting them out. Knowing he doesn’t have much more time to move into older, adult parts, and with his contract expiring at his current studio, Sammy follows along as his mother and agent seek a new home. None other than the biggest major, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer! Life is beginning to look up, but when his mother is arrested for passing counterfeit money, Sammy sees his world start to fall apart. His All-American film image in jeopardy, as well as his future career, Sammy starts a private investigation into where the money came from. His problems are only beginning as other characters settle on his heels: a man who may or may not be a Federal agent, a German-speaking man ransacking his room, plus...

The Treasure of Peril Island: An adventure novel for teens

Genres: Adventure, Historical Fiction, Young Adult (YA)
Formats: E-Book, Paperback, Hardback
Age Groups: 12-15

A penniless young man living on a barge on the Thames in 1903 London, Jack Drayton is unsure of where his life is heading. He’s trying to decide what to do with himself next when he meets a peculiar stranger. Needing a ride to shore one evening, Jack hitches a ride from this stranger, who speaks, dresses, and behaves as though he’s stepped out of another era. After Jack helps the man escape a fracas in town, he tells Jack that he is in fact Black Juan Gaskara, an infamous pirate, and claims that he’s on the run for his life. Now, that would be all fine and good, except for the fact that the real Black Juan Gaskara would have to be over 112 years old; or more logically, dead. Despite his disbelief however, Jack is intrigued by the man. Especially when he learns of the treasure that Gaskara...