Baseball Spy

by Scott Reister

On this diamond, the final out could cost you everything.

Get ready for an adrenaline-packed adventure with fourteen-year-old Zane Mitchell! After a tough game with his new baseball team, Zane returns home to find his mom gone and a mysterious Federal Agent at his door. That’s just the beginning of this wild ride, though. One of his teammates is a rogue hacker on a mission to uncover an explosive government secret, and Zane is the only one who can stop them.

The stakes are high as Zane races against time to find the traitor before they strike at Falcon Field, Zane’s very own little league ground. Hidden devices, undercover agents, and a deadly game of cat and mouse await as he navigates the dangerous twists and turns of this spy game without tipping off his enemy.

Can Zane save his family and protect the nation’s secrets? Or will he strike out and lose everything—including his life? Find out in this heart-pounding thriller where every pitch could be a game-changer!

276 pages, Paperback

Published April 23, 2024

Reviews

[Scott Model · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is really fun for tweens. A great mix of sports drama and espionage plus plenty of twists and turns makes it a real fun, easy read.

[Heidi Gojkovich · Rating 5 out of 5]

My friend Scott Reister wrote a book and it’s AWESOME! It kept me guessing and what a cliffhanger at the end! I can’t wait for his next book! Definitely give this one a read!

[Damond · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is fun middle grade read. It's the kind of book I'd have snatched up from the library when I was a young reader. The word "Spy" would've grabbed me instantly (I was really into that stuff back then), and the baseball aspect would've interested me, too, since I was more into the sport back then. Scott's writing is fast-paced and uncomplicated, perfectly written for the target age level. Looking forward to the next installment.

[Elizabeth · Rating 5 out of 5]

Highly recommend this for kids in grades 3-6, depending on reading level. It probably skews a little more toward 4/5. My daughter, a rising fourth-grader, loved it so I read it as well. It’s a spy novel with a lot of baseball scenes, so while your child doesn’t HAVE to love baseball to read it, I think he/she will enjoy it more. Major cliff-hanger at the end too!!

[Mary Eason · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great read!!

I bought this for my 12-yr old baseball-playing grandson who told me he does NOT like to read.... so I bribed him to read it... he said it was the best book he's ever read!! Oh, and Mimi read it too, and I very much enjoyed the book!

[Ginelle Bryant · Rating 5 out of 5]

Our family loved this book! Lots of twists and turns that kept us all on our toes. The audiobook was well done and my boys (ages 10 and 11) both said it was one of their favorite reads of 2025. We can’t wait for the next book to come out!

[Joan Grothoff · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read this because Scott coming to do program. I really enjoyed it, well written, kept me guessing on who
“Spy” was. I really hoped we would find out Zach’s dad was alive, and he was! Happy ending. Would recommend for upper elementary- middle school age kids.

[Paul Espey · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great story with very well thought out plot twists and character building. My 12 year old loved and we had a good time reading it together. Can’t wait to read what’s next! Great job Scott!

[Brenda S · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a great book! I highly recommend it to tweens & teens. Baseball & espionage! What’s not to like?! Great job Scott Reister - Central Iowa’s local sportscaster! Who knew he could write.

[Deidra Anderson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Easy read. Fun to read local authors

[Luann · Rating 4 out of 5]

Des Moines' own Scott Reister "scores" with his new series!

[Dylan Heuer · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fun, easy, and fast read. As a baseball and James Bond fan, this is a fantastic combination.

[Andrew Heitland · Rating 5 out of 5]

Second installment please?? 🙏

[Samantha Garman · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely loved this book! It was an awesome read and a total cliffhanger at the end! I definitely recommend this book!