The Shadow Mission (Athena Protocol)

The gripping sequel to The Athena Protocol, a feminist Bourne Identity that New York Times bestselling author Patrick Ness called “a ferocious, take-no-prisoners thriller that actually thrills!”

Jessie Archer faced down death to prove her dedication to Athena, the elite organization of female spies she works for. Now she’s back on the team, in time to head to Pakistan to take down the man whose actions spurred Athena’s founders to create the secretive squad.

But his connections spread farther than anyone knew, and when a girls’ school in Mumbai is bombed, a shadowy far-right organization reveals itself—and its evil plans to continue attacks.

When someone close to the investigation turns on Athena, Jessie knows that their time to save everyone is nearly up. Once again, she’ll have to risk everything to protect the vulnerable and prove herself.

The lines between ally and enemy have blurred, and the next attack is only hours away.

• All-Girl Spy Squad: Jessie Archer is back with Athena, an elite, all-female team of spies taking on the missions governments won’t touch.
• International Espionage: From the tense streets of Pakistan to the vibrant chaos of Mumbai, this high-stakes mission will push the team to their limits.
• A Traitor Within: When a trusted contact turns against them, Jessie and her team must uncover a mole before their entire organization is compromised.
• Feminist Thriller: Follow a team of powerful young women as they hunt a shadowy organization targeting girls’ schools and trying to silence female voices.

Shamim Sarif is a novelist, screenwriter, and director. She lives in London with her wife, Hanan, and their two sons. The Athena Protocol is her first novel for teens. Visit her online at www.enlightenment-productions.com.