The villain is still out there—and this time, he’s coming for what they love most. After uncovering a dangerous conspiracy at Westbrook Academy, Rowan, Caleb, Ezra, and Liam thought they had won. But La Grenouille is only getting started. Families are being targeted. Social lines are hardening. Rumors are weaponized. And someone inside the school is quietly turning friends against each other. To fight back, the boys form The Order of the Compass , a secret alliance built on loyalty, integrity, and courage. But this mission is different. It’s personal. Ezra’s analytical, neurodivergent mind sees patterns others miss—but it also makes him stand out in ways the enemy is ready to exploit. Caleb struggles to protect his sister while navigating elite social politics. Rowan wrestles with truth and deception. Liam’s quiet strength is tested when danger strikes close to home. Each boy is different. Each brings something essential. And together, their differences may be the only thing powerful enough to stop what’s coming. With encrypted messages, cyber sabotage, secret societies, and boarding school intrigue, Neutralizing the Ribbits is a fast-paced young adult thriller celebrating diverse friendship, resilience, and the power of thinking differently. Perfect for fans of clean YA mystery, teen suspense novels, and coming-of-age adventures where courage speaks softly—but changes everything. The compass is set. The mission has changed. And not everyone will make it out the same.