A review by amalyndb
The Book of Secrets by Cynthia Voigt

4.0

Even better than the first! Max's cases get more serious when the mayor asks to meet him. A rash of fires at small shops in Old Town, with none of the shop owners complaining, right before the King's visit puts Max on the case. Meanwhile, news of his parents arrive, in a coded letter.

Perseverance is a major theme, as well as tackling a puzzle or conundrum from multiple different angles. Max and his friends are a terribly interesting bunch, very personable and a delight to read about.