The Mysterious Benedict Society by Trenton Lee Stewart

The Mysterious Benedict Society

The Mysterious Benedict Society #1

Trenton Lee Stewart

480 pages first pub 2007 (editions)

fiction middle grade mystery science fiction adventurous lighthearted mysterious medium-paced
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When an advert appears in the newspaper for children to take part in a secret mission, children everywhere sit a series of odd tests. In the end, just Reynie, Kate, Sticky and Constance succeed. They have three things in common: they are honest, t...

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Community Reviews Summary of 15,774 reviews

Moods

adventurous 93%
mysterious 72%
funny 51%
lighthearted 51%
hopeful 27%
inspiring 18%
tense 13%
emotional 12%
challenging 5%
relaxing 5%
informative 4%
reflective 4%
dark 3%
sad 1%

Pace

medium 62%
fast 28%
slow 9%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 59% | Plot: 33% | Character: 7%

Strong character development?

Yes: 75% | No: 11% | It's complicated: 10% | N/A: 2%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 92% | It's complicated: 3% | No: 2%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 70% | No: 17% | It's complicated: 10% | N/A: 1%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 40% | No: 37% | It's complicated: 19% | N/A: 2%

Average rating

4.15

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