The Mysterious Benedict Society
| Category: | Book |
| Illustrated By: | Ellis, Carson |
| By (author): | Stewart, Trenton Lee |
| Series: | The Mysterious Benedict Society |
| Subject: | JUVENILE FICTION / Action & Adventure / General |
| JUVENILE FICTION / Age 10-14 | |
| JUVENILE FICTION / Family / General (see also headings under Social Themes) | |
| JUVENILE FICTION / Social Themes / Friendship | |
| Audience: | children/juvenile |
| Publisher: | Little, Brown Books for Young Readers |
| Published: | April 2008 |
| Format: | Book-paperback |
| Pages: | 512 |
| Size: | 7.62in x 5.25in x 1.25in |
- Our Price:
- $ 12.99
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- In stock
Additional Notes
| From The Publisher* | Are you a gifted child looking for special opportunities? When this peculiar ad appears in the newspaper, dozens of children enroll to take a series of mysterious, mind-bending tests. (And you, dear reader, can test your wits right alongside them.) But in the end just four very special children will succeed. Their challenge: to go on a secret mission that only the most intelligent and resourceful children could complete. To accomplish it they will have to go undercover at the Learning Institute for the Very Enlightened, where the only rule is that there are no rules. As our heroes face physical and mental trials beyond their wildest imaginations, they have no choice but to turn to each other for support. But with their newfound friendship at stake, will they be able to pass the most important test of all? Welcome to the Mysterious Benedict Society. |
| Review Quote* | "Begins with a bang... resembles the otherwordly experience of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory."-Publishers Weekly (starred review) |
| Review Quote* | "Fans of Roald Dahl or Blue Balliett will find a familiar blend of kid power, clues, and adventure."-School Library Journal (starred review) |
| Review Quote* | "Tackles personal concerns: abandonment, family, loyalty, and facing one's fears."-Booklist (starred review) |
| Review Quote* | "Dashes of mild humor and introspection rest on a solid base of suspense, mystery, and well-rounded characters, making this a satisfying dish for readers of varying tastes."-The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books (starred review) |
| Review Quote* | "Do not miss this one. Buy two copies because they will be needed."-VOYA |
| Review Quote* | "Real flashlight under the bedclothes material... this story flies past, thrilling us as it goes."-Horn Book |
| Biographical Note | Trenton Lee Stewart is the author of the New York Times bestselling Mysterious Benedict Society series as well as Flood Summer, a novel for adults. He lives in Arkansas with his wife and two sons. Carson Ellis received her BFA from the University of Montana and has established a loyal following for her artistic collaborations with the band the Decemberists. She lives in Portland, Oregon. |