Reading Metrics
Grade Level
Middle Grades Plus (MG+ 6 and up)
Book Level
6.1
Points
3.0
Fiction/Nonfiction
Fiction
Word Count
19750
Points per Word
0.000152
Page Count
113
Points per Page
0.026549
Series
Stories from the Golden Age
Description
Blacky Lee is an American arms merchant wanted by governments throughout 1930s Europe, especially the Nazis. He escapes to the kingdom of Aldoria with his business partner and impersonates the leader, having learned the royal family tree and speaking voice. Things go well until he becomes caught in a Communist plot to rig elections and take over the country.
Quick Summary
A teenage look-alike accidentally becomes a royal impersonator and stumbles into a real Cold War spy mystery. Kids will laugh at the ridiculous palace mix-ups and cheer as Blacky uses quick thinking to outsmart Communist agents. If your kid likes funny mysteries like Encyclopedia Brown, they'll love this fast-paced tale. Perfect for kids ages 10 and up in grades 5 through 7.