H.I.V.E.: Escape Velocity cover

H.I.V.E.: Escape Velocity

Author: Walden, Mark

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Middle Grades (MG 4-8)
Book Level 7.5
Points 13.0
Fiction/Nonfiction Fiction
Word Count 73767
Points per Word 0.000176
Page Count 344
Points per Page 0.037791
Series H.I.V.E

Description

HIVE leader, Dr Nero, has been captured by the forces of HOPE, the newest and most ruthlessly efficient security force. To save Dr Nero, Otto must escape Nero's sinister replacement, take the risks which come with being a rogue agent, and break into MI6.

Quick Summary

Imagine a secret school that trains kid villains to take over the world, and now its leader has been kidnapped by the "good guys" - being evil just got seriously complicated. Readers will devour the spy gadgets, betrayals, and quick-thinking schemes as Otto and his friends go rogue to save their diabolical mentor while dodging MI6 agents. If your kid loves the humor and heist energy of Artemis Fowl mixed with the secret-agent vibes of Spy Kids, they'll be hooked. Perfect for kids in grades 5-7 who want a fast-paced read with clever schemes and plenty of snark.