My review is really 4.5 stars for a couple reasons. First, it has a good setup, a bunch of different authors create one book each to create a massive series (with TWO spin-offs & a collectible card "thing") "Round Robin" style.The story is good, two kids (Amy and Dan Cahill) find out that they are part of the most influential family in the history of mankind. Then they find out that they are part of the (spoilers!) weakest branch of the family(also known as they "just said no" to "magical" DNA altering serum of Giddian Cahill that also prevents plague.). But... "Round Robbin" stories can go anywhere, which can lead to great things and HORRIBLE things(but mostly good.) Anddd... so, it's time for some BAD things! Amy and Dan are extremely stupid sometimes. If you are a fan of professor Layton ds games or other logic puzzles, you will practically be shouting "MOBIOS STRIP! MOBIOS STRIP!" or, "it's not a riddle!"Overall this is a good series! BUT don't get addicted to (spoiler) 38 ingredients and recipe because "Cahill's V.S. Vespers" will ruin your respect for this great series.Oh! And look in the inside cover and outside cover for codes! Look hard! You've got to read this series if you're right into adventure, mystery, game, suspense and a little bit of romance; it's the best! I read this series between the ages of 9 and 12, and I still read one of the new books every now and then, but once you hit 13, it's probably a bit "childish" to read. Other than that, I definitely recommend this book; especially to primary school kids. (Plus there's a few non-fiction facts chucked in here and there, so you kinda learn stuff as you read. Ever think that was possible?!)
What do You think about The 39 Clues Complete Box Set: Books 1-10 (2010)?
These were a fun, simple read. I enjoyed the various historical facts woven throughout the series.
—aisha
i loved these books! it was like i was actually in the story, collecting clues with amy and dan.
—Ane
What a fun and quick read these books are. Really teaches us that we can make a difference.
—stake
Amazing series, I think I fell in love with Dan Cahill.
—shubham
