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I, Q #2
The White House
In Book One: Independence Hall, we met Q and his stepsister, Angela. We met their rocker parents, Blaze and Roger; we met the Secret Service team protecting the family; and we met the main players of the Mossad team that is following them. Book Two takes us on another thrilling caper, this time to the White House where Q and Angela continue their quest to uncover the truth behind the supposed death of Angela's real mother--a former Secret Service agent--while trying to differentiate the "good guys" from the "bad guys."
256 pages, Paperback
First published November 28, 2009
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Roland Smith
152 books837 followersRoland Smith is an American author of young adult fiction as well as nonfiction books for children.
Smith was born in Portland, Oregon, and graduated from Portland State University and, following a part-time job at the Oregon Zoo in Portland, began a 20-year career as a zookeeper, both at the Oregon Zoo and the Point Defiance Zoo in Tacoma, Washington. After working to save wildlife following the Exxon Valdez oil spill, in 1990, he published his first book, Sea Otter Rescue, a non-fiction account of the process of animal rescue. Smith continued to draw upon his zoo experiences for other non-fiction titles, including Journey of the Red Wolf, which won an Oregon Book Award in 1996.
In 1997, Smith published his first novel, Thundercave. The book continues Smith's theme, as teenage protagonist Jacob Lansa follows his biologist father to Africa where the father is researching elephants. The Lansa character also appears in 1999
s Jaguar and 2001's The Last Lobo. Other novels by Smith include The Captain's Dog: My Journey with the Lewis and Clark Tribe, Zach's Lie, Jack's Run, Cryptid Hunters, Sasquatch (novel), about a boy who searches for Bigfoot. Peak, the story of a teenage boy obsessed with climbing mountains, Elephant Run and Tentacles(novel). In 2008, Smith published the first book in the series I, Q, titled Independence Hall. Smith's books have won "Book of the Year" awards in Colorado, Nevada, South Carolina, and Florida, as well as in his native Oregon. Smith lives in Tualatin, Oregon with his wife and stepchildren.
Smith was born in Portland, Oregon, and graduated from Portland State University and, following a part-time job at the Oregon Zoo in Portland, began a 20-year career as a zookeeper, both at the Oregon Zoo and the Point Defiance Zoo in Tacoma, Washington. After working to save wildlife following the Exxon Valdez oil spill, in 1990, he published his first book, Sea Otter Rescue, a non-fiction account of the process of animal rescue. Smith continued to draw upon his zoo experiences for other non-fiction titles, including Journey of the Red Wolf, which won an Oregon Book Award in 1996.
In 1997, Smith published his first novel, Thundercave. The book continues Smith's theme, as teenage protagonist Jacob Lansa follows his biologist father to Africa where the father is researching elephants. The Lansa character also appears in 1999
s Jaguar and 2001's The Last Lobo. Other novels by Smith include The Captain's Dog: My Journey with the Lewis and Clark Tribe, Zach's Lie, Jack's Run, Cryptid Hunters, Sasquatch (novel), about a boy who searches for Bigfoot. Peak, the story of a teenage boy obsessed with climbing mountains, Elephant Run and Tentacles(novel). In 2008, Smith published the first book in the series I, Q, titled Independence Hall. Smith's books have won "Book of the Year" awards in Colorado, Nevada, South Carolina, and Florida, as well as in his native Oregon. Smith lives in Tualatin, Oregon with his wife and stepchildren.
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March 16, 2017
I really like this book because this story takes place in Washington D.C. This book was about I.Q finding out things. Angelas deceased who is pretending to be her twin sister, she was a terrorist. She tries her best to steal the presidents daughter, and is she doesn't get her then she will be killed. This book starts off boring but when I got into the book it became more intresting. I recomened this book to anyone.
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November 6, 2012
11/6/12
I am currently reading IQ #2: the White House. so far not that much has happened in terms of exciting events, but Angela, Q, Boone (an "ancient" roadie/spook/Angela and Q's parents ((famous rock stars))driver), and Angela and Q's parents have arrived at the White House. Well that and the fact that Angela and Q received a text from Angela's supposedly "decieced" mother who is posing as her identical twin (a terrorist who died in an explosion at Independence hall in Philadelphia. So far I would rate this book at four and a half stars because it is cool, gadgety, and just a good book. Right now I would recommend this book and the rest of the series to someone who likes spies, adventure, secrets, and realistic fiction.
I am still currently reading Roland Smith's IQ #2 The White House.
I am currently reading IQ #2: the White House. so far not that much has happened in terms of exciting events, but Angela, Q, Boone (an "ancient" roadie/spook/Angela and Q's parents ((famous rock stars))driver), and Angela and Q's parents have arrived at the White House. Well that and the fact that Angela and Q received a text from Angela's supposedly "decieced" mother who is posing as her identical twin (a terrorist who died in an explosion at Independence hall in Philadelphia. So far I would rate this book at four and a half stars because it is cool, gadgety, and just a good book. Right now I would recommend this book and the rest of the series to someone who likes spies, adventure, secrets, and realistic fiction.
October 28, 2015
Hadi Mrabet
English 61
Good Reads #1
IQ is an exciting sequel written by roland smith. The story takes place in Washington D.C( at the white house). Where the main characters on vacation where he is with his step sister. The story began when IQs mom married Angela's dad. A problem arose when Angela's once thought dead mom isn't dead and she's a terrorist but she's only faking. Her twin sister is actually the terrorist and she's a SPY. The first thing IQ did was he was forced to find Angela's mom with her. Next IQ gets involved with lots of spy organisations like the CIA and the Mossad agents. Finally they figure out she's not a terrorist and she's a spy but by then they were too deep and were on the run. In order to fix this they have to shut down the ghost cell the terrorist organisations so they can stop running. Lastly they are in front of the president of the most powerful country in the world and telling him about this ghost cell.
The main character of the novel IQ. He is a very smart person. He treated the other characters with respect but he treated the antagonist with no respect since they are the ones preventing him from reaching his goal. IQ a static character and does not change throughout the story he does mature though because he comes to his senses an takes in whats happening in the story. From the actions of the main character, the reader learns that he is in it for his sister and thats it he does not want ton be a spy. All of this made the plot of the story very exciting because they were on the run to clean up their trail at the same time they were trying to clean up the ghost cell.
The most exciting part is when they figure out that IQ step mom is a spy this is a major turning point . The most disappointing part is when Angela figures out she can't stay with her mom this upsets Angela a lot since she hasn't seen her in years. I would recommend this story to Sebastian because it's a thrill of an adventure and mystery and is a very good book. I think that these students would enjoy the mystery or excitement.
English 61
Good Reads #1
IQ is an exciting sequel written by roland smith. The story takes place in Washington D.C( at the white house). Where the main characters on vacation where he is with his step sister. The story began when IQs mom married Angela's dad. A problem arose when Angela's once thought dead mom isn't dead and she's a terrorist but she's only faking. Her twin sister is actually the terrorist and she's a SPY. The first thing IQ did was he was forced to find Angela's mom with her. Next IQ gets involved with lots of spy organisations like the CIA and the Mossad agents. Finally they figure out she's not a terrorist and she's a spy but by then they were too deep and were on the run. In order to fix this they have to shut down the ghost cell the terrorist organisations so they can stop running. Lastly they are in front of the president of the most powerful country in the world and telling him about this ghost cell.
The main character of the novel IQ. He is a very smart person. He treated the other characters with respect but he treated the antagonist with no respect since they are the ones preventing him from reaching his goal. IQ a static character and does not change throughout the story he does mature though because he comes to his senses an takes in whats happening in the story. From the actions of the main character, the reader learns that he is in it for his sister and thats it he does not want ton be a spy. All of this made the plot of the story very exciting because they were on the run to clean up their trail at the same time they were trying to clean up the ghost cell.
The most exciting part is when they figure out that IQ step mom is a spy this is a major turning point . The most disappointing part is when Angela figures out she can't stay with her mom this upsets Angela a lot since she hasn't seen her in years. I would recommend this story to Sebastian because it's a thrill of an adventure and mystery and is a very good book. I think that these students would enjoy the mystery or excitement.
December 16, 2022
one of my favorite books
April 29, 2019
WARNING!!! Do not start this book unless you have book 3!! Another great installment. I love that kids are learning history, geography and whole host of others things disguised as adventure!!
May 14, 2011
In this installment of the "I, Q" series, Malak is out to destroy the 'ghost cell' - a well-trained, highly organized ring of terrorists. These bad guys have 'something big planned', and she is out to figure out what it is and - if possible - stop it. Malak is now a prominent character in the story - instead of someone who shows up at the end. We also meet a number of other agents/spies. This story takes us into the White House, where we learn a bit more about Malak's past as a Secret Service agent. We also meet the President and his family. For me, the President was just a BIT too cool, but it was needed for the story to work.
I really liked Part 1 Independence Hall, but Part 2 is a bit more convoluted and, for me, harder to get into. Of course, the story doesn't end here, so we'll wait for Part 3 to see where the story goes.
I really liked Part 1 Independence Hall, but Part 2 is a bit more convoluted and, for me, harder to get into. Of course, the story doesn't end here, so we'll wait for Part 3 to see where the story goes.
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February 29, 2016The White House, a book written by Roland Smith. I liked this book a lot because it has so many twist and turns and is super interesting. The book mostly took place at the white house, which makes sense because the title. The main characters in this book are Q and Angela , not so much their parents. The main conflict of the story is that they are trying uncover the truth behind the supposed death of Angela's real mother. I would recommend this book to younger people such as teens because it's easy to read for their level.
August 8, 2010
Finally!! I had to read the first one again because it took so long for this one to come out, but I probably liked this one even more than the first one. Smith gave you all the lead-in information in the first one so this book just hits the ground running. The action and intrigue were amped up for this book. I love the whole involvement with the White House and the Secret Service. Pretty sure it is off the charts far fetched, but it is definately a fun read.
December 3, 2014
A fun, exciting series that flows. Written for Middle Grade students, but sophisticated enough for older readers. Q and Angela go to then White House for their parent's concert and must track down a mole who threatens not just their family, but the country. Deeply embedded terrorists are plotting against the United States.
August 2, 2010
Just as good as the first one! This series is a clever blend of espionage, terrorist activities, the Secret Service, and the music industry. It's very suspenseful...and I hope Roland Smith does not wait as long before writing the third one as he did for this...two years, I think? Too long!
January 16, 2016
Better than the first book with more tension. Second place to Alex Rider!
January 31, 2023
Roland Smith's I. Q series is by far one of my favorite book series I have ever had the pleasure of reading. This book is the second book in the series and most definitely lives up to its expectations. I.Q (The White House) starts off with Quest and his sister Angela finding out that their rockstar parents next tour is at the white house. Their parents think that they have been invited due to their recent fame and attention, but the reason is much more sinister. Angela's mother was proclaimed dead a few years back during a mission as a secret service agent. Since then, Angela's father has remarried, making Quest and her step siblings. Only problem is, Angela's mother, Malak, is not dead. She had faked her death and taken the identity of her sister to infiltrate the terrorist ghost cell. Malak has sacrificed so much to put the ghost cell to an end. She had intercepted information that claimed that the president's children were to be kidnapped and held for ransom, therefore she arranged for the next tour to be at the white house. Angela and Q were tasked with something that proved to be exceedingly difficult, which was finding out who the mole or moles were in the white house. The White House has thousands of staff members spanning all throughout the area. Finding who the moles are is an incredibly challenging task. They go all around the White House, meeting staff, eating food, and exploring famous areas all while looking for someone that seems out of place or suspicious. The only people in the White House that knew what was going on were the S.O.S team and the president. The president was in a remarkably interesting and tricky situation. If he did not let his kids be kidnapped by Malak, who was posing as a terrorist, then the ghost cell would be tipped off and Malak’s cover would be blown. If Malak’s color is blown, she will be killed and or tortured for what she has done.
There are many things that I love about this book. The constant suspense and plot twists always have me on the edge of my seat. It is one of those books that you just cannot put down because you must know what happens next. The characters have such unique personalities and feelings, making them seem so real and relatable to the reader. There truly is not anything I disliked about this book; I was immersed from the very beginning all the way to the end.
This book left a great impression on me and made me feel like I was really living out the story. There were many times where I laughed, but there were a few moments that I really felt sorry for Malak and Angela.
There are many things that I love about this book. The constant suspense and plot twists always have me on the edge of my seat. It is one of those books that you just cannot put down because you must know what happens next. The characters have such unique personalities and feelings, making them seem so real and relatable to the reader. There truly is not anything I disliked about this book; I was immersed from the very beginning all the way to the end.
This book left a great impression on me and made me feel like I was really living out the story. There were many times where I laughed, but there were a few moments that I really felt sorry for Malak and Angela.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
February 28, 2023
Angela and Q are back at it again, trying to solve the hidden mysteries surrounding Angela's mother, Malak - also known as the Leopard. All while their newly-wed parents are blissfully unaware of their adventures, and continue their USA tour. They continue to work towards destroying a terrorist organization operating as a "Ghost Cell," but not everything is what it seems.
"What was that about?" Angela asked. I looked at the Seamaster. "That was about five minutes."
"You're hilarious, Q."
"Thanks, sis."
"Don't call me sis."
Regardless of the smart quips, this book has its merits. While I personally feel that it pales in comparison to the first one, it was still a very quick and enjoyable read. What I absolutely despised though was the little tidbits of information restating the obvious. Yes, we know who Boone is by now. We know that X is a computer geek and runs the intellimobile. I don't need paragraphs explaining that 3/4's of the way through the story. It doesn't add anything, and instead distracts the reader from the current happenings of the story.
It does have tense moments that do make you realize the severity of the situation Q and Angela are in, however.
Dr. Lennox’s hand trembled. “It’s lidocaine.” Malak picked up her gun. “It’s a nine millimeter.” Her hand was steady as a rock.
However, while it has tense moments, most of the book is chatter between Q, Angela and Boone and the SOS team. It builds up tension, and squashes it like a bug. This repeats for the majority of the book.
"Life is not two sheets of paper, one black, one white. Life is a ream of paper, each page a different shade of gray.”
What was slightly off putting to me was the way Islam was presented. I admittedly brushed it off in the first one, but it only became more.. convoluted. While the author was quick to say not everyone is radical, Q's own ignorance really shines through in the following quote.
“I mean, I understand that this is some kind of religious war and that they don’t like us and they want to kill us, but what’s the point? What’s the endgame? What’s their ultimate goal?”
Overall, I will still continue to read the series. But definitely not with as much gusto as I previously did. It seems that the "bad guys" are "always up to something bad, and have something big planned" but the anticipation always falls short as it immediately leads into the next novel.
"What was that about?" Angela asked. I looked at the Seamaster. "That was about five minutes."
"You're hilarious, Q."
"Thanks, sis."
"Don't call me sis."
Regardless of the smart quips, this book has its merits. While I personally feel that it pales in comparison to the first one, it was still a very quick and enjoyable read. What I absolutely despised though was the little tidbits of information restating the obvious. Yes, we know who Boone is by now. We know that X is a computer geek and runs the intellimobile. I don't need paragraphs explaining that 3/4's of the way through the story. It doesn't add anything, and instead distracts the reader from the current happenings of the story.
It does have tense moments that do make you realize the severity of the situation Q and Angela are in, however.
Dr. Lennox’s hand trembled. “It’s lidocaine.” Malak picked up her gun. “It’s a nine millimeter.” Her hand was steady as a rock.
However, while it has tense moments, most of the book is chatter between Q, Angela and Boone and the SOS team. It builds up tension, and squashes it like a bug. This repeats for the majority of the book.
"Life is not two sheets of paper, one black, one white. Life is a ream of paper, each page a different shade of gray.”
What was slightly off putting to me was the way Islam was presented. I admittedly brushed it off in the first one, but it only became more.. convoluted. While the author was quick to say not everyone is radical, Q's own ignorance really shines through in the following quote.
“I mean, I understand that this is some kind of religious war and that they don’t like us and they want to kill us, but what’s the point? What’s the endgame? What’s their ultimate goal?”
Overall, I will still continue to read the series. But definitely not with as much gusto as I previously did. It seems that the "bad guys" are "always up to something bad, and have something big planned" but the anticipation always falls short as it immediately leads into the next novel.
August 22, 2018
These books are completely clean and SO GOOD!! I'm glad I started them while I'm sick, because I can't put them down. But I don't have much to do anyway, so that's fine.
Q, Angela, and the gang are at the White House for Match's concert. But there's a lot going on behind the scenes. Spoiler time!
My head is just spinning from all these plot twists! Or maybe it's from the stuffed up ear. Either way, on to book 3!
Q, Angela, and the gang are at the White House for Match's concert. But there's a lot going on behind the scenes. Spoiler time!
My head is just spinning from all these plot twists! Or maybe it's from the stuffed up ear. Either way, on to book 3!
January 24, 2018
This is the second book in the IQ series called the white house by Roland Smith.This book begins on the second stop of Blaze and Rodger's world music tour which is the white house. In this book the family stays at the white house where Q and Angela (with Boones help) continue on their mission of shutting down the ghost cell. In this book there are several car bombings set off in Washington D.C. and Blaze and Rodger do a relief concert for White house staff the only problem is that there is a mole within the white house staff. The Mole turns out to be the white house cook Chef Cheesy. During the concert Malak (who turns out to actually be alive and is playing a double agent) and Chef Cheesy make an attempt to kidnap the presidents kids named Bethany and Will (Will is younger). Malak informs the SOS team and the president of the plan and what she plans to do to stop it so together they stop Will from getting kidnapped but leave Bethany in the hands of Malak who promises to protect Bethany with her life. Malak lets Bethany get taken because if she didn't the ghost cell could have thought she was a spy and killed her and then the ghost cell would never be shut down.
June 10, 2022
NOTE: This is a sequel and it is necessary to read the first book in the series before reading this one.
Genre: spy thriller
Setting: The White House, Washington DC
Themes: terrorism, family, spies
Q and Angela are back, investigating moles in the Secret Service while staying in the White House. They meet PK (President's Kid), Secret Service agents that want to join SOS (the spy group from the first book), and the President himself. The intrigue, suspense, mystery, and plot all got a lot better in this book. I think it's a good, clean read for all ages if you like spy thrillers. I enjoyed this one a lot more than the first one, and look forward to reading more in the series. My favorite character is Boone, an old spy who is trying to take out a terrorist cell in America. He's wry, smart, funny, and very likeable. I would recommend this to anyone who likes spy thrillers, is looking for an easy beach read, or wants to read a spy book with their kids. It's worth it to read the first book (which I only rated 3 stars and stand by that) so you can get to the juicy stuff in this one. I can't wait to read more!
Genre: spy thriller
Setting: The White House, Washington DC
Themes: terrorism, family, spies
Q and Angela are back, investigating moles in the Secret Service while staying in the White House. They meet PK (President's Kid), Secret Service agents that want to join SOS (the spy group from the first book), and the President himself. The intrigue, suspense, mystery, and plot all got a lot better in this book. I think it's a good, clean read for all ages if you like spy thrillers. I enjoyed this one a lot more than the first one, and look forward to reading more in the series. My favorite character is Boone, an old spy who is trying to take out a terrorist cell in America. He's wry, smart, funny, and very likeable. I would recommend this to anyone who likes spy thrillers, is looking for an easy beach read, or wants to read a spy book with their kids. It's worth it to read the first book (which I only rated 3 stars and stand by that) so you can get to the juicy stuff in this one. I can't wait to read more!
June 10, 2022
NOTE: This is a sequel and it is necessary to read the first book in the series before reading this one.
Genre: spy thriller
Setting: The White House, Washington DC
Themes: terrorism, family, spies
Q and Angela are back, investigating moles in the Secret Service while staying in the White House. They meet PK (President's Kid), Secret Service agents that want to join SOS (the spy group from the first book), and the President himself. The intrigue, suspense, mystery, and plot all got a lot better in this book. I think it's a good, clean read for all ages if you like spy thrillers. I enjoyed this one a lot more than the first one, and look forward to reading more in the series. My favorite character is Boone, an old spy who is trying to take out a terrorist cell in America. He's wry, smart, funny, and very likeable. I would recommend this to anyone who likes spy thrillers, is looking for an easy beach read, or wants a quick book with a lot of action. It's worth it to read the first book (which I only rated 3 stars and stand by that) so you can get to the juicy stuff in this one. I can't wait to read more!
Genre: spy thriller
Setting: The White House, Washington DC
Themes: terrorism, family, spies
Q and Angela are back, investigating moles in the Secret Service while staying in the White House. They meet PK (President's Kid), Secret Service agents that want to join SOS (the spy group from the first book), and the President himself. The intrigue, suspense, mystery, and plot all got a lot better in this book. I think it's a good, clean read for all ages if you like spy thrillers. I enjoyed this one a lot more than the first one, and look forward to reading more in the series. My favorite character is Boone, an old spy who is trying to take out a terrorist cell in America. He's wry, smart, funny, and very likeable. I would recommend this to anyone who likes spy thrillers, is looking for an easy beach read, or wants a quick book with a lot of action. It's worth it to read the first book (which I only rated 3 stars and stand by that) so you can get to the juicy stuff in this one. I can't wait to read more!
July 4, 2018
Malek is alive and Angela and Q helped keep her that way. That is how the first book in the I,Q series ended. As The White House begins, Match, the musical group consisting of Blaze, Q's mother, and Roger, Angela's father, are scheduled to perform a concert at the White House. When they arrive, Angela and Q meet P.K., which stands for President's Kid. His real name is William and he is much smarter than any ten year old kid should be. He immediately knows that Angela and Q are more than they seem. His sister, Bethany, runs the household since the death of their mother. The SOS team is still on the job trying to find out what the Ghost Terrorist Cell is up to and figure out how to stop them. With Malek embedded in the cell posing as her twin sister, Anmar, Angela's life is filled with worry about her mother. Something is going on at the White House and Angela and Q must help Boone to figure it out and stop it before anything else happens.
This is another good entry in the I, Q series. It ends with a cliffhanger that makes it tough to wait to find Book #3.
This is another good entry in the I, Q series. It ends with a cliffhanger that makes it tough to wait to find Book #3.
November 30, 2021
This book really hits the ground running, with not much in the way of reminders from the first book, either about plot or about who's who. I'm glad I made some notes and also didn't wait too long to continue the series. It was a fast-paced story, building on what the first book set up, and even giving us Angela's mom's perspective throughout. Angela and Q were a little less involved this time, more watching, listening, reacting, even lucking into things, but on the other hand, it's a little more realistic. Still, I like seeing Q's and Angela's smarts and abilities come into play.
I'm looking forward to seeing where the story goes from here, and I would recommend this for younger readers who want something exciting or thrilling, or even adults who don't necessarily care for adult spy thrillers but enjoy a good adventure story. This series is the type where the whole thing tells one long story (from what I've seen so far, at least), so keep that in mind if you consider reading it—start with #1.
I'm looking forward to seeing where the story goes from here, and I would recommend this for younger readers who want something exciting or thrilling, or even adults who don't necessarily care for adult spy thrillers but enjoy a good adventure story. This series is the type where the whole thing tells one long story (from what I've seen so far, at least), so keep that in mind if you consider reading it—start with #1.
June 10, 2018
The White House IQ by Roland Smith is a book about two kids who are staying over at the white house but begin to be terrorized by ghosts. They are also trying to uncover the mystery of the main characters stepsisters mothers death who is a former government agent. This book is also a part two so to understand some of the stuff that happens in this book you would need to read part one.
I would rate this book two stars because the book is cliche and follows an extremely confusing plot that mixes too many things together which leads to confusion in the roles of some of the characters. Another thing about this book I disliked was how for a teenager book it contains so many words that are complex and the type of words you would hear in a movie about hacking. Something I did like about this book is the plot that is confusing is actually pretty cool. I would not recommend this book to almost anybody, but somebody with a taste for action dramas i would recommend this book.
I would rate this book two stars because the book is cliche and follows an extremely confusing plot that mixes too many things together which leads to confusion in the roles of some of the characters. Another thing about this book I disliked was how for a teenager book it contains so many words that are complex and the type of words you would hear in a movie about hacking. Something I did like about this book is the plot that is confusing is actually pretty cool. I would not recommend this book to almost anybody, but somebody with a taste for action dramas i would recommend this book.
February 4, 2020
Book #2 picks up exactly where the first book leaves off. There’s a little review at different parts of the story, but it’s pretty minimal. The story goes full steam ahead back into the action and intrigue and won’t let up til the very end, where it slows down enough to close the book and lead into the next one. The storyline isn’t any more realistic than the first one, but it’s a pretty good ride. The bad guys are revealed with very little foreshadowing, and one is more surprising than the other.
It seems the goal of the book series is action, adventure, and suspense, and it definitely delivers on these counts. I’d probably consider it appropriate for 5th-8th grade.
It seems the goal of the book series is action, adventure, and suspense, and it definitely delivers on these counts. I’d probably consider it appropriate for 5th-8th grade.
September 16, 2020
The second installment of the series continues right where the first one left off. It kept my attention so well, I read it in a day. I can get on board with the whole secret agencies and covert missions and all that. It’s a HUGE stretch that the kids and everybody would keep all these secrets from their rock star parents JUST so they could keep their careers going, but oh well. At the end of the day, I enjoyed the book and it keeps me wanting to read more, so I awarded it five stars. The book did a good job of continuing the storyline and you could tell the author is setting the stage for many more sequels. For now, I’m here for it. We’ll see if they continue to hold up.
March 23, 2021
This is another great book written by Roland smith that is made of secrets and stoping a mole in the white house. This happens after independence hall and Quest's parents are asked to preform in the white house for a special occasion. And it turns out that there is a mole that is trying to either ruin the party, find secrets, or kidnap one of the presidents kids. The only way to find out how it ends is to read IQ The White House.
January 13, 2023
Roland Smith's story telling is probably the best I've ever read. I've read many of his books, but this was my favorite book. For it is in the White House, which can be full of mysteries, surprises, terrorists, and much action. I would read this every single day of my life if I have to. It is such a page turner and makes me feel a rush of emotions. I totally recommend this book for everyone who loves mystery novels, for it is my favorite book!
March 7, 2024
3.7 stars rounded up. P.L carried this book, he was such a great addition and honestly was so freaking adorable and intelligent for a ten year old. I thought the development of the plot was good and really liked J.R. and the Secret Service interactions that occurred. I also loved Norton and Paul’s relationship in this book and how they gave us more info about Angela’s mother. Even more I enjoyed the deepening of the sibling relationship between Angela and Q.
August 17, 2017
Q and his step-sister Angela visit the White House with their parents. Angela's mother is under cover as her twin, a notorious terrorist the Leopard, to try to find the leader of the "ghost" cell.
It was a bit boring at first, once the action really started, I was glad I got thru it. Crazy cliffhanger.
(Kidnapping, shooting, a car bombing, casualties but nothing graphic)
It was a bit boring at first, once the action really started, I was glad I got thru it. Crazy cliffhanger.
(Kidnapping, shooting, a car bombing, casualties but nothing graphic)
February 4, 2018
The White House is a good addition to the series, but it's a different beast to Book 1. Book 2 is more character-intensive, but with a bit less focus on the SOS team. Also, Malak's chapters are definitely better. The plot is more mystery and less thriller when compared to the first book. All in all, a good book, though I prefer Book 1.
May 4, 2018
Young adult action adventure yarn. Spies, terrorists in Washington D.C. The author gives an overview of the history of the Whitehouse, the staff and security that exists to protect the President and his family.
Fast and involving story with political footnotes that give an overview of the threat of terrorism and its roots.
Fast and involving story with political footnotes that give an overview of the threat of terrorism and its roots.
October 6, 2018
I loved this book to death. This book was filed with a lot of mystery but you would have to read the book to understand this book more. But, it does a good job at explaining what happened in the last book. I would highly recommend this book if you love mystery and like CSI, FBI, and like action. It has some comedy but it is a very interesting book. TEN OUT OF TEN.
August 12, 2020
The second installment of the I, Q series gets more intense as it goes, as POTUS invites Quests and Angela's parents to go to the white house as chaos stirs around the globe! Malak suspects something big is going to happen while a spy runs around in the white house! This book is much more exciting and thrilling than the first one! MUST READ!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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