Spy Dog by Andrew Cope 8 Books Collection Set - Ages 7-9 (Grades 2-4) - Paperback

Titles in This Set
Spy Dog
Spy Dog Captured
Spy Dog Unleashed
Spy Dog Superbrain
Spy Dog Rocket Rider
Spy Dog Rollercoaster
Spy Dog Teacher's Pet
Spy Dog Secret Santa

Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9780141345437
Publisher: Puffin Books
Age Range: Ages 7-9 (Grades 2-4)

Overview
Meet Lara, the RSPCA rescue dog turned top-secret government agent, in this rip-roaring eight-book paperback collection from Andrew Cope. Perfect for kids ages 7-9 (Grades 2-4), the Spy Dog series follows Lara and the Cook family through school days, seaside chases, theme-park capers, and holiday hijinks, all while she secretly works for the Secret Service. Short chapters, laugh-out-loud humor, and satisfying mini-mysteries make this an ideal set for developing readers building confidence and stamina, and it's a natural next step after early chapter books for young mystery and animal-adventure fans everywhere.

About the Books
The Spy Dog collection gathers eight paperback adventures starring Lara, a scruffy, one-eared rescue dog secretly employed as Special Agent LARA (Licensed Assault and Rescue Animal) for the government. On the surface she's just the beloved family pet of Ben Cook and his family, but behind the scenes she's foiling crooks, tailing suspects, and protecting the Cook household from danger. Author Andrew Cope built the series around a real dog of his own, and that authenticity shines through in Lara's expressive, dog's-eye view of the world, mixing genuine canine instincts with clever spy-craft. Each book in the set delivers a fresh, self-contained caper: a jewel heist, a rollercoaster grand opening, a school assignment gone sideways, a rocket-powered chase, and more, so young readers can dip in and out of the series in almost any order while still following Lara's growing family of pups and her ongoing rivalry with the dastardly Mr. Big. The stories combine short, punchy chapters with plenty of white space, making them approachable for readers past picture books but not yet ready for dense middle-grade novels. Humor runs throughout, from Lara's dry commentary to slapstick set pieces, balancing tension with warmth. Themes of loyalty, teamwork, and problem-solving run through every title. Whether read solo, aloud at bedtime, or shared in a classroom reading corner, this eight-book set offers hours of engaging, age-appropriate entertainment for animal lovers and budding secret agents.

Key Benefits

• Complete eight-book paperback set featuring the full core Spy Dog series in one collection
• Short, fast-paced chapters ideal for building reading confidence and stamina in ages 7-9
• Blends humor, mystery, and heart, appealing to both reluctant and enthusiastic readers
• Self-contained stories make it easy to read the books in any order
• Great for classroom libraries, school book bags, or quiet bedtime reading
• A fun, ready-made gift set for birthdays, holidays, or back-to-school reading

Book-by-Book Guide
Spy Dog — Rescue dog Lara is secretly recruited as a government agent and must protect the Cook family while going undercover on her very first mission.
Spy Dog Captured — Lara is taken captive by a scheming villain and must use her wits and training to escape and complete her mission.
Spy Dog Unleashed — Escaped convict Mr. Big returns to frame Lara and steal the priceless Millennium Diamond, forcing her into a high-stakes chase.
Spy Dog Superbrain — Lara relies on sharp thinking and clever gadgets to crack a tricky case and outsmart her opponents.
Spy Dog Rocket Rider — When Ben wins a competition to name a new theme park rollercoaster, Lara's family trip turns into an unexpected spy mission.
Spy Dog Rollercoaster — A day out at Enchanted Towers theme park spins into a fast-moving caper full of twists for Lara and her pups.
Spy Dog Teacher's Pet — Lara balances an undercover assignment with the chaos of school life, blending classroom moments with covert operations.
Spy Dog Secret Santa — Lara's holiday season takes a suspenseful turn as she works to keep the Cook family and their Christmas safe from trouble.

About the Author
Andrew Cope is a British author and former teacher best known for creating the Spy Dog series, alongside the related Spy Pups and Spy Cat books. His writing is inspired by his own rescue dog, Lara, a one-eared mongrel from the RSPCA who Cope has long joked might secretly be a government agent. Drawing on his classroom experience, Cope crafts stories with an instinctive sense of what makes young readers laugh and keep turning pages. Since the first Spy Dog book launched in 2005, the series has grown into a firm favorite for young readers.

Why You'll Love This Collection
Eight books, one brilliantly funny canine spy, and endless reading fun make this set a fantastic birthday gift, stocking stuffer, or back-to-school pick for kids ages 7-9. Perfect for building a home library or classroom shelf, Lara's adventures keep young readers hooked from the first page to the last mission.

Please Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.