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A review by irxren
The Mysterious Benedict Society and the Prisoner's Dilemma by Trenton Lee Stewart
3.0
The Mysterious Benedict Society is back for their third escapade, and this time, they're facing off against the Whisperer, a sought-after machine that lands them in hot water with the government and the villainous Mr. Curtain. With Constance discovering her mental powers and making a daring escape, things get even more intense as they're left to fend for themselves against Curtain's Ten Men.
The storyline doesn't bring anything particularly fresh to the table because the characters are basically recycling the skills they picked up in the first two gigs, and voila, they're overcoming obstacles left and right. It's missing some of the heart-pounding excitement and brain-teasing puzzles from the earlier adventures.
Despite these drawbacks, I have a soft spot for this series. It's like revisiting old friends – comforting and familiar. Sure, it might lack the element of surprise, but watching the characters seamlessly deploy their honed abilities is a reassuring experience. Not the most mind-blowing chapter in the series, but it's a cozy read that hits the spot.
The storyline doesn't bring anything particularly fresh to the table because the characters are basically recycling the skills they picked up in the first two gigs, and voila, they're overcoming obstacles left and right. It's missing some of the heart-pounding excitement and brain-teasing puzzles from the earlier adventures.
Despite these drawbacks, I have a soft spot for this series. It's like revisiting old friends – comforting and familiar. Sure, it might lack the element of surprise, but watching the characters seamlessly deploy their honed abilities is a reassuring experience. Not the most mind-blowing chapter in the series, but it's a cozy read that hits the spot.