Description The first mission of 'Kid Spy' Mac — recover the missing royal treasure! One day, a phone call comes in. The caller is the Queen of England. "From now on, you are a secret spy!" Just a moment ago, I was an ordinary kid. But in the next instant, I became a secret agent for the Queen of England. ▶ Author 'Mac' vs. Kid Spy 'Mac' — A Game of Truth! Where Does Reality End? Mac Barnett is a widely celebrated author. But before he became a writer — back when Mac Barnett was just a kid — he claims he was a secret spy for the Queen of England. Now, he's publishing 'Kid Spy,' a book about the adventures he had during his time as a spy. So — is this true, or is it fiction? Well, the book itself is definitely real! But was Mac Barnett really a spy? Mac Barnett insists, from beginning to end, that it's 100% true. He's so serious about it that readers can't help but laugh. And so, readers find themselves drawn irresistibly into the story, holding back giggles while wondering just how much of it is real. ▶ Charming, Funny Characters in Bright Two-Tone Color! Once you see the cover of 'Kid Spy,' there's no way you'll walk past this book. Mike Lowery's illustrations have a magnetic pull that grabs your attention, giving wings to Mac Barnett's bouncy wit and playful imagination. Mike Lowery brings to life characters who are utterly serious yet just slightly off in the funniest way — a somewhat cynical, unimpressed Queen of England, a French president with an ever-unchanging expression, a KGB agent who's a master of disguise regardless of gender, and even an adorable Welsh Corgi with a heart-shaped bottom. The vibrant two-tone color scheme of blue and neon orange puts the finishing touch on this charming book. ▶ Mystery and Espionage That Never Disappoint! Mac is a boy who lives alone with his mother, with nothing particularly special about him. He's the kind of ordinary kid you'd see anywhere. He does well in school but has zero athletic talent. Without many friends, he spends most of his time alone, whether at school or at home. But one phone call changes Mac's life completely. Now Mac travels the globe, carrying out secret missions as a spy! Though he's still young, Mac's deductions are surprisingly sharp, and his disguise skills are passable enough. Above all, the mystery, espionage, and adventures within — spanning both East and West — guarantee dazzling spectacle and thrilling fun. ▶ A World Tour From the Comfort of Your Living Room! For readers whose summer vacations have been disrupted by an unprecedented pandemic, this book offers a tour of the hottest spots in England, France, and Russia. As Mac searches for the missing royal treasure — a spoon — at the Queen's request, readers get to visit London's Tower of London, the Louvre and Arc de Triomphe in Paris, and even Lubyanka Square and KGB headquarters in Moscow — all from the safety and comfort of home. It's not just sightseeing, either; like a true tour guide, Mac shares fascinating historical facts about each location in a way that sticks with you, helping expand young readers' background knowledge. With Mac Barnett's signature satire and humor — touching on the subtle rivalry between America and England (symbolized by biscuits and cookies) and the history of global power struggles — the book also offers meaningful food for thought, helping shape a balanced view of history and values. From beginning to end, 'Kid Spy' Mac's adventures deliver both fun and meaning — even the author's bio and translator's note at the end are full of wit.