Monday, February 4, 2013

The Mysterious Benedict Society




     The Mysterious Benedict Society, by Trenton Lee Stewart. When Reynie, Sticky, Kate, and Constance, take a series of puzzling tests, they are soon drawn together. The four meet Mr. Benedict who is in charge of these mysterious tests. Mr. Benedict has two "helpers" called number two and Rhonda, along with a security guard called Milligan. Mr. Benedict has asked for their help in a secret mission, because only kids can do it. These four kids are being sent to a learning institution to stop and find out about mysterious messages being sent through any from of radio and T.V making agents disappear! At the institute the kids endure many fun challenges, hard tests, Mr. Curtain (creator of institute), scary and mysterious clues, and also the waiting room. This book is very entertaining and puzzling, this book can leave you thinking for a while. Not only is it puzzling but very eye opening or shocking! When reading this book you shouldn't try to guess a head because, you are probably wrong. It's hard to predict! I think the author in this book is trying to interest you in not watching T.V and get yourself going on adventures. This author is very creative in writing this book. I would give this book an A-only because at some parts it seems slow but overall it is a great book and I would think the next book is also going to be like this one mysterious, adventurous, and puzzling! I would definitely recommend this book for anyone who likes adventures and mysteries!


     

3 comments:

Nain Christopherson said...

I love this book! I am actually in the middle of it right now, and it's so good! Stewart's writing is wonderful, and the whole concept of the messages via radio signals from children's minds is fascinating. The characters are endearing and smart, and I can't wait to get to the next book!

Batty said...

Great summary! It did feel a little rushed but it was still great! I have read the whole series and really enjoy them!

E.C.Calista said...

I read this book/series a few years ago and absolutely LOVED it (yes, there are some slow parts)!!! Whenever somebody asks me for a book recommendation, this is always near the top of my list!!! Who is your favorite character? Mine is Kate, Mr. Benedict, and Milligan! Yes, Milligan!