Also Known As by Robin Benway is a heartwarming and engaging young adult novel that delves into the world of espionage and teenage friendships. The novel follows the story of Maggie Silver, a sixteen-year-old girl who is a talented safecracker and member of a top-secret spy organization known as the Collective.

Maggie’s life takes a turn when her parents decide to go on a mission that involves leaving New York City and going undercover in a small town in New Jersey. Maggie is left with the task of maintaining her cover as a normal high school student while also keeping up with her spy duties. As she navigates through the challenges of teenage life, Maggie realizes that being a spy is not all fun and games, and that her undercover identity as a regular teenager may not be as easy to maintain as she thought.

Benway does a fantastic job of creating complex and relatable characters in Also Known As. Maggie is a strong and independent protagonist who is easy to root for as she tries to balance her double life as a spy and a high school student. The relationships between Maggie and her friends, Jesse and Roux, are also well-developed and add an extra layer of depth to the story.

The novel is filled with humor, suspense, and heartwarming moments that will keep readers engaged from beginning to end. Benway’s writing is witty and engaging, making it easy for readers to connect with the characters and their struggles. The plot moves at a fast pace, with plenty of twists and turns that will keep readers on the edge of their seats.

Overall, Also Known As is a delightful and entertaining read that will appeal to fans of young adult fiction and spy novels alike. Benway’s deft storytelling and engaging characters make this a must-read for anyone looking for a fun and thrilling story.