Trenton Lee Stewart

A sudden, unexplained blackout has plunged Stonetown into total darkness, and the Mysterious Benedict Society is right in the middle of the chaos. Reynie, Kate, Sticky, and Constance are safely hidden away in Mr. Benedict's house, but they soon realize that nowhere is truly safe from the evil Mr. Curtain. When a nefarious new plot comes to light, the four gifted friends must unravel a fresh set of clues that threatens to tear them apart from their families, their friends, and even each other. Their desperate search for answers brings them closer to danger than they have ever been before. To stop Mr. Curtain's sinister plans, they must push their unique talents to the absolute limit and face the ultimate test of loyalty. Packed with page-turning action, mind-bending brain teasers, and thrilling escapes, this wildly inventive journey will keep you guessing until the very last puzzle is solved.

The brilliant misfits of the Mysterious Benedict Society are back for their most dangerous mission yet! It has been a while since Reynie, Sticky, Kate, and Constance have teamed up for a major adventure. They are older now, and things have changed, but their unique talents are needed more than ever. A terrifying new threat has emerged, forcing the legendary quartet to reunite and welcome a brand-new member into their ranks. The villainous Mr. Curtain has returned, and he has brought his fearsome Ten Men with him. Even worse, this formidable enemy possesses a mystifying new ability to track the Society's every move, making it nearly impossible to stay hidden. To protect the world from Mr. Curtain's sinister schemes, the friends must solve a series of page-turning puzzles, outsmart treacherous foes, and rely on their unbreakable bond. Step back into this beloved world and join the junior sleuths as they tackle mind-bending brain teasers and face their greatest challenge yet.