Activated - (Calculated Book 3) by Nova McBee

About the Book

Teen genius Jo Rivers and her team seek help from unlikely partners of her past to prevent an international crisis aimed at destroying world communication.

Book Synopsis

Immerse yourself in the thrilling world of survival and international intrigue with this third installment in the action-packed teen & young adult Calculated series.

In this exhilarating sequel, Jo Rivers, grapples with the aftermath of her adventures in Tunisia. Haunted by her extraordinary mathematical abilities and the enigmatic encounter with Noble, Jo's quest for a normal life is forever shattered. As she embarks on a mission to unlock the secrets of her gift and confront her unresolved emotions, she discovers that Noble has inexplicably disappeared, leaving only a coded message in the stars. With Kai undercover, Noble is the only one who has the answers Jo needs.

When Jo's old friend Rafael mysteriously vanishes, coinciding with a critical assignment involving a potentially catastrophic satellite malfunction, Jo's instincts tell her that something far more dangerous is afoot. Determined to find Noble and save Rafael, Jo finds herself plunging into the treacherous Arctic of Finland, accompanied by her exceptional comrades and unexpected allies from her past. Together, they must unravel the intricate web of interference plaguing the satellites, racing against time to avert global chaos.

As she follows the path illuminated by the enigmatic digits, Jo uncovers unforeseen answers that will challenge everything she thought she knew.

Delve into the adrenaline-fueled world of Nova McBee's Calculated series-a high-stakes YA saga brimming with betrayal, revenge, and the electrifying dance of numbers. Don't miss this thrilling addition to the survival stories and international thrillers genres that will leave you captivated from start to finish.

Review Quotes

"Amped up to a whole new level, Activated takes us from equatorial heat to the Arctic extremes; from love's oscillations to global frequencies of pathological darkness, technological corruption and terrorism. Get ready for a vision of the future - sacrifice, love, abuse, a twist on how our protagonist sees the world, her loved ones, herself, and even the pit of her own betrayals of others. Can't get enough of Jo-Mila-Phoenix-88? Get Activated!"-Wayne Lo, Lucasfilm Visual Effects Art Director

"Jo Rivers is back and better than ever in ACTIVATED, the third installment of the Calculated series. With its stunning, cinematic descriptions, high-stakes action, intricately-woven plot, and a heart-racing, soul-penetrating love story for the ages, this book exceeds every expectation of the thriller genre. This is the best series in YA right now. Don't miss out." -Chelsea Bobulski Author of THE WOOD, REMEMBER ME, and the ALL I WANT FOR CHRISTMAS series

"It is the rare story that has me gripping the edge of my seat while contemplating the meaning of life. Brilliantly inventive, Activated, the third book in the Calculated series, will break your heart and put it back together; captivate your imagination and set it free as Jo Rivers faces her greatest challenges yet. An epic continuation to this genre-defying series!" - Lorie Langdon, Author of Olivia Twist and the Disney Villain Happily Never After Series

"Jo Rivers returns for another thrilling ride. Activated is full of edge-of-your-seat action, heart-stirring romance, and an intricately plotted story that will keep you glued to the pages. This series just keeps getting better."-Becky Dean, author of Love & Other Great Expectations

"Just when you think this series can't get any better, Activated soars to new heights in the snowy landscape of Finland's Arctic, where the setting is as dangerous as the stakes. McBee artfully elevates action, adventure, and romance while delivering all the elements we loved from Calculated and Simulated-readers will be enthralled." - Tamara Girardi, Author of GRIDIRON GIRL

"From the stars to the snow, Activated is an electrifying follow-up in the Calculated series that will stay with you for years. Raw and suspenseful, Jo River's story reaches a crescendo that will delight readers. With a witty cast, impossible odds, and heart-wrenching decisions at every turn, Activated will have you laughing, crying and racing through the pages only to wish for more at the end. Absolutely thrilling!"

--Candace Kade, Author of Enhanced

"A perfect storm of adrenaline, mystery, and romance! McBee does it again and delivers a novel of epic proportions. Activated, like it's siblings in the Calculated series, is a classic in the making! Masterful, immensely enjoyable, and undeniably a ray of light."

• Ellen McGinty, Author of The Water Child