{"product_id":"masterminds-isbn-9780062299963","title":"Masterminds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe first book in the action-packed trilogy from \u003cem\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/em\u003e bestselling author Gordon Korman is perfect for fans of \u003cem\u003eStranger Things\u003c\/em\u003e and James Patterson.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEli Frieden has never left Serenity, New Mexico...why would he ever want to? Then one day, he bikes to the edge of the city limits and something so crazy and unexpected happens, it changes everything.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEli convinces his friends to help him investigate further, and soon it becomes clear that nothing is as it seems in Serenity. The clues mount to reveal a shocking discovery, connecting their ideal crime-free community to some of the greatest criminal masterminds ever known.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe kids realize they can trust no one—least of all their own parents.\u003c\/p\u003e | \u003cp\u003eEli Frieden lives in the most perfect town in the world: Serenity, New Mexico. In this idyllic place, every lawn is perfectly manicured and everyone has a pool and a tree house. Honesty and integrity are valued above all else. The thirty kids who live there never lie—they know it's a short leap from that to the awful problems of other, less fortunate places.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEli has never left Serenity . . . why would he ever want to? Then one day he bikes to the edge of the city limits and something so crazy and unexpected happens, it changes everything. Eli convinces his friends to help him investigate further, and soon it becomes clear that nothing is as it seems in Serenity. The clues mount to reveal a shocking discovery, connecting their ideal crime-free community to some of the greatest criminal masterminds ever known. The kids realize they can trust no one—least of all their own parents. . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is the first book in a thrilling new series from bestselling (noncriminal) mastermind Gordon Korman.\u003c\/p\u003e | \u003cp\u003e“A terrific page-turner, full of unexpected twists and revelations. Buckle up.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eJames Patterson\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Masterminds is a masterpiece—a mind-bending adventure in a shocking but all-too-possible present, a tale of friendship and ultimate sacrifice with characters who will reach inside you and not let go. It’s that rare book that scares you to the core while you’re laughing your head off.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePeter Lerangis, bestselling author of the Seven Wonders series\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePraise for UNGIFTED:  “Touching, without being overly sentimental, Ungifted is a gem for readers looking for a story where the underdog comes out on top.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eVoice of Youth Advocates (VOYA)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePraise for UNGIFTED:  “From its lovable-robot jacket art to its satisfying conclusion, this will please Korman’s fans and win him new ones.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eALA Booklist\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePraise for UNGIFTED:  “Donovan has a goofy kindness that charms characters and readers alike … The message is tolerance, and Korman expertly and humorously delivers it in an unpretentious and universally appealing tale.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePraise for UNGIFTED:  “Funny and insightful.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“This unique and action-packed story is filled with twists and turns that readers will not see coming. A wonderful start to what promises to be a thrilling series.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“A fresh premise, good pacing, surprising twists and engaging characters all combine to make this a series worth following.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e★ “A compelling, twisty mystery with a truly gratifying payoff.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBooklist (starred review)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“This tense, fast-paced story will have readers racing toward the cliffhanger ending.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePraise for POP:  “A brisk, heartfelt and timely novel.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe New York Times Book Review\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePraise for POP:  “Korman goes straight to the heart.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews (starred review)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePraise for POP:  “Thought-provoking.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePraise for POP:  “Fantastic…Perfectly captures the football experience.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eNewsday\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePraise for POP:  “Funny, poignant and full of football action, POP hits you hard and doesn’t let up.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eTim Green, author of the New York Times bestselling Football Genius and Football Champ\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Masterminds takes readers on wild ride with terrific humor, a surprising mystery, and characters you can’t help but root for.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBrandon Mull, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Fablehaven and Five Kingdoms\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HarperCollins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44888737546469,"sku":"NP9780062299963","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780062299963.jpg?v=1730229729","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/es\/products\/masterminds-isbn-9780062299963","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}