A review by beth_s98
The Extraordinary Education of Nicholas Benedict by Trenton Lee Stewart

adventurous emotional funny hopeful mysterious medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.75

This book is probably my favorite Mysterious Benedict Society book besides maybe the first one. I’m always impressed by the fact that while these are solidly middle grade books, they remain enjoyable to read as an adult. Love love seeing how Nicholas’s mind works, and reading it as an adult it was even more obvious how one kind person can completely change someone’s life. Even with some of the darker and tenser moments, reading this book to me felt like a warm hug.