Even spies can have a bad day. History teaches us that countries devote tremendous amounts of time and resources to spying on their perceived enemies. However, even the most carefully thought-out and well-financed top-secret plans can fail. In fact, they are often foiled by something beyond a spy's control, something impossible to have predicted, such as: Allied paratroops accidentally landing at an outdoor movie for German troops - Hungry ants revealing a secret spy tunnel in Ancient India - A Cold War spy cat getting squashed by a car The 20 stories in Spy, Spy Again take readers on a bumpy ride through history, exposing excruciating tales of espionage botched by bad luck, rotten timing, miscommunication, incompetence, hubris and betrayal. Whether set in Ancient China or Ancient India, during the Cold War or World War II, these stories of suspense and intrigue will captivate readers. Tina Holdcroft's incisive graphic narrative and delightfully witty illustrations make these accounts of failed spies come to life. This is a wacky collection of true espionage stories, written and illustrated by Tina Holdcroft. These historical accounts are told in such a comedic way, adults will also find this book amusing. (Joe Reidt cityparent.com 2011-06-17) A happy confluence of talent, expertise and personal enthusiasm Spy, Spy Again is an engaging and rewarding experience for any reader and should definitely be considered for addition to any non-fiction library for young adults. (Matilda Roche The Deakin Review of Children's Literature ) All in all, perfect fare for its target audience. (Sally Bender salsfictionaddiction.blogspot.com 2011-07-28) This book will appeal to those readers interested in tales of espionage and anyone who wants to read short, visually appealing, entertaining stories of failed spy attempts. (Kristine Moruzzi Resource Links ) Children will love Holdcroft's graphic, cartoony approach, not to mention her fabulous tales of misadventure. (Monica Stark January Magazine ) James Bond would cringe at these cleverly reconstructed espionage failures; kids will eat them up. ( Kirkus Reviews 2011-09-14) Young busybodies and would-be spies will enjoy these tales of intrigue. Tina Holdcroft's book, Spy, Spy Again: True Tales of Failed Espionage, is sure to entice kids who enjoy the exploits of secret agents. Twenty stories take readers on a bumpy ride through history, exposing stories of espionage botched by bad-luck, rotten timing, miscommunication, incompetence, hubris and betrayal. Comic book-style illustrations. ( New Jersey Family 2011-09-01) Using a combination of comic-book style and prose, Holdcroft cleverly tells the stories of spies who failed, infusing wit through her cartoon art as well as her text. (Esther Keller School Library Journal ) In the spirit of blooper out-take reels.. the stories are drawn and told tongue-in-cheek, making the reader scratch his/her head and ask: What were these guys thinking? Even the reluctant reader in older grades will find things that will be interesting enough to actually read. ( Canadian Teacher 2011-11-01) Tina Holdcroft's work for Annick Press includes the three-book series Hidden! and Aztec in the Kids at the Crossroads series. She lives in Toronto, Ontario. Used Book in Good Condition