A prequel to the New York Times bestselling
Mysterious Benedict series!
'This book reminded me of some of the children’s books
I grew up with, like Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and The
Phantom Tollbooth.' RICK
RIORDAN, author of the PERCY JACKSON series
on book 1
'Like the Potter books, this story goes beyond mere
adventure' BOOKLIST on book 1
Before
there was the Mysterious Benedict Society, there was simply
a nine-year-old orphan named Nicholas Benedict.
When Nicholas is sent to a new orphanage, he encounters vicious
bullies, selfish adults – and a mystery that could change
his life for ever.
On his quest to solve the mystery, Nicholas finds enemies around
every corner, but also friends in unexpected places – and
discovers along the way that the greatest puzzle of all is himself
...
adventure series – ideal for children aged 10 and up
Join a group of smart and resourceful junior sleuths
as they solve a series of page-turning puzzles and mysteries
Perfect for fans of Robin Stevens's MURDER MOST UNLADYLIKE
series
Kids will love this hilarious fairy tale adventure packed with clever twists, familiar characters and page-turning fun.
The second book in a fabulous new magical, middle-grade series filled with adventure, wonder and wildness,
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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.
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