Going Rogue

Maggie is a teenage safecracker who suddenly discovers she possesses supernatural powers. After years of executing heists with the Collective, an organization of young criminals with special abilities, she now faces her most challenging assignment yet. Her mission leads her across Europe as she navigates alliances, betrayals, and the complexities of her own evolving powers. Along the way, she must confront questions about loyalty and determine who she can trust among both friends and enemies. The story combines elements of heist capers, spy thrillers, and supernatural adventure as Maggie races against time. Her criminal skills and newfound abilities are tested as she attempts to complete her mission while uncovering secrets about her past. This young adult novel explores themes of identity and belonging through the lens of a teenager caught between different worlds. The narrative examines how extraordinary abilities can both empower and isolate, while questioning the true meaning of family.

Readers found this sequel maintained the fun, lighthearted tone of Also Known As while delivering more action and character development. Many highlighted the witty dialogue and chemistry between the main characters, with one Goodreads reviewer noting "the banter feels natural rather than forced." Readers appreciated: - Fast-paced plot - Humor and snappy dialogue - Growth of side characters - Development of family relationships Common criticisms: - Less focus on spy elements than the first book - Some found the romance overshadowed the action - A few plot points felt predictable Ratings: Goodreads: 4.1/5 (4,800+ ratings) Amazon: 4.4/5 (90+ reviews) Several readers mentioned preferring this book to the first one, citing deeper emotional stakes. One Amazon reviewer wrote: "The characters deal with real consequences this time around." A minority of reviews noted the story focused more on relationships than espionage, though most didn't view this as negative.

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🔸 Going Rogue is part of the "Also Known As" series, which follows teenage spy Maggie Silver as she navigates both high-stakes espionage and typical high school drama. 🔸 Author Robin Benway named the main character's best friend, Roux, after the French cooking term for a mixture of butter and flour used to thicken sauces. 🔸 The book explores the complex world of art forgery and theft, drawing on real-world techniques used by both forgers and authenticators. 🔸 Before becoming a full-time writer, Robin Benway worked at independent bookstores and as a book editor, experiences that influenced her writing style and storytelling. 🔸 The novel's spy organization, the Collective, was inspired by real-life independent intelligence networks that operated during the Cold War era.