Title: The Mysterious Benedict Society
Bibliographic information:
Author: Trenton Lee Stewart
Illustrator: Carson Ellis
- Series: The Mysterious Benedict Society (Book 1)
- Paperback: 512 pages
- Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers; Reprint edition (April 1, 2008)
- Language: English
Reader's Annotation:
When Reynie Muldoon answers the advertisement - looking for “gifted children looking for special opportunities,” he begins an adventure with three other special children who just might manage to stop a plot to take over the world.
Interest Level: Ages 8-11
Lexile level: 900L
Awards, if applicable:
Not Applicable
Plot summary: It starts as an advertisement - looking for “gifted children looking for special opportunities.” And it begins an unforgettable adventure. Four children pass the tests: Kat, Constance, Sticky and Reynie Muldoon. And they become the Mysterious Benedict Society, where they are trained by Mr. Benedict and attend an isolated school where they are trained by a criminal mastermind to help take over the world. If the four can work together, they might be able to discover the secrets of their school and defeat the nefarious Mr. Curtain.
Critical review: The characters in this book are the true strength of it; they are well developed with ongoing motivations. Even the external characters - the Mr. Benedict and the Weather Machine - have a level of depth and motivation which elevates this story into a compelling and engaging read.
Why include it?
This excellent story brings mystery and adventure to life in a fun and entertaining way.
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