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Synopsis
The Mysterious Benedict Society is up against a new mission, significantly closer to home. After reuniting for a celebratory scavenger hunt, Reynie, Kate, Sticky, and Constance are forced to go on an unexpected search--a search to find Mr. Benedict. It seems that while he was preparing the kids' adventure, he stepped right into a trap orchestrated by the evil Mr. Curtain. With only one week to find Mr. Benedict, the gifted foursome faces their greatest challenge of all--a challenge that will reinforce the reasons they were brought together in the first place and will require them to fight for the very namesake that united them.
Is The Mysterious Benedict Society and the Perilous Journey appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 10 and up.
A fast-paced adventure featuring four gifted children racing to rescue their mentor from his evil twin brother. Contains mild peril and suspense appropriate for middle graders, with themes of teamwork and intelligence triumphing over adversity.
What to know going in
This book has mild violence, no sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include kidnapping and captivity.
Who'll love this
Kids will love following this clever team of friends as they solve puzzles and outwit villains to save Mr. Benedict in a race against time.