# Max in the House of Spies: A Tale of World War II - Hardcover

by **Adam Gidwitz** (Author)

**An instant _New York Times_ bestseller!**

"_Max in the House of Spies_ is everything you could hope for in a book," -R. J. Palacio, #1 New York Times bestselling author of _Wonder, White Bird,_ and _Pony_

"Espionage! Secrets! Suspense! If you've ever dreamed of being a spy, this book is for you." -Alan Gratz, #1 _New York Times_ bestselling author of _Refugee_ and _Projekt 1065_

Max Bretzfeld doesn't want to move to London.

Leaving home is hard and Max is alone for the first time in his life. But not for long. Max is surprised to discover that he's been joined by two unexpected traveling companions, one on each shoulder, a kobold and a dybbuk named Berg and Stein.

Germany is becoming more and more dangerous for Jewish families, but Max is determined to find a way back home, and back to his parents. He has a plan to return to Berlin. It merely involves accomplishing the impossible: becoming a British spy.

The first book in a duology, _Max in the House of Spies_ is a thought-provoking World War II story as only acclaimed storyteller Adam Gidwitz can tell it--fast-paced and hilarious, with a dash of magic and a lot of heart.

### Author Biography

Bestselling author Adam Gidwitz was a teacher for eight years. He told countless stories to his students, who then demanded he write his first book, _A Tale Dark & Grimm_. Adam has since written two companion novels, _In a Glass Grimmly_ and _The Grimm Conclusion_. He is also the author of _The Inquisitor's Tale,_ which won the Newbery Honor, and The Unicorn Rescue Society series. Adam still tells creepy, funny fairy tales live to kids on his podcast _Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest_\--and at schools around the world. He lives in Brooklyn with his wife, daughter, and dog, Lucy Goosey.

**Number of Pages:** 336

**Dimensions:** 0.96 x 8.56 x 5.83 IN

**Publication Date:** February 27, 2024

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- **Price:** 18.99 USD
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