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The Mysterious Benedict Society

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2007

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Trenton Lee Stewart

The Mysterious Benedict Society

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2007
Book Details
Pages

497

Format

Novel • Fiction

Publication Year

2007

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

9-12 years

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Super Short Summary

In The Mysterious Benedict Society by Trenton Lee Stewart, four gifted children, Reynie, Sticky, Kate, and Constance, are recruited by Mr. Benedict to thwart a nefarious plot by his twin brother, Mr. Curtain, to control minds using subliminal messages. They infiltrate an institute to uncover the plan, ultimately using Constance's unique resistance to the device to foil Mr. Curtain's scheme. The story addresses themes of family loss.

Mysterious

Adventurous

Humorous

Inspirational

Playful

Reviews & Readership

4.4

171,756 ratings

80%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Critical reception of The Mysterious Benedict Society by Trenton Lee Stewart highlights its clever plot and engaging characters, appealing to both young readers and adults. The narrative's intellectual challenges are praised for promoting problem-solving skills. However, some critics note a slow pace and a dense beginning. Overall, it is deemed a captivating and enriching read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Mysterious Benedict Society?

Fans of Harry Potter and A Series of Unfortunate Events will relish The Mysterious Benedict Society. Ideal for readers aged 10-14, this novel blends intellect, adventure, and mystery, captivating those who delight in clever problem-solving and epic quests with a cast of quirky, endearing characters.

4.4

171,756 ratings

80%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

497

Format

Novel • Fiction

Publication Year

2007

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

9-12 years

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