Quirky, original and hugely entertaining, this is a debut novel of fantastical proportions from a talented new voice in children's fiction.When intrepid investigators Cass and Max-Ernest set out to discover the history of the mysterious Symphony of Smells, they become embroiled in a dastardly experiment involving kidnapped children and the secret of eternal youth. Together they must come up with a plan to rescue their classmate from a hideous fate and escape the eerie pyramid of the Midnight Sun. Colourful characters abound in this utterly inspired journey of discovery, guaranteed to delight and enthrall readers.
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'With a narrator reminiscent of Lemony Snicket, it is a thoroughly entertaining read, both funny and addictive.' -- www.writeaway.org.uk
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Pseudonymous Bosch is a pseudonym, or as he would prefer to call it (because he is very pretentious), a nom de plume. Unfortunately, for reasons he cannot disclose, but which should be obvious to anyone foolhardy enough to read his book, he cannot tell you his real name. But he admits he has a deep-seated fear of mayonnaise. The Name of This Book is Secret is his first novel.
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26 of 26 people found the following review helpful
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This book is is aimed at 12 - 16 year olds, its in a class of its own.
My 14 year old daughter sat down this morning and read the book in one go, she could not put it down. She thought it was absolutely brilliant, and is keen to read any future books by this author.
She is an avid reader, and is a huge Harry Potter fan, along with Philip Pullman, Neil Gaiman, etc, but this book is so different from all the others she has read.
The story is packed with humour and intrigue, mystery, and adventure involving kidnaps, secrets and rescues.
The author has written in first person point of view.
He has used a technique where the narrator will, at times, address the reader, drawing them in on a highly personal level, then holding back, and raising the suspense up several notches. He hooks you from the start and theres no release, until the end.
Although this book has 304 pages, the text is not small and cramped, so there is not as much to get through as you might first presume.
This book is a winner.
My 14 year old daughter sat down this morning and read the book in one go, she could not put it down. She thought it was absolutely brilliant, and is keen to read any future books by this author.
She is an avid reader, and is a huge Harry Potter fan, along with Philip Pullman, Neil Gaiman, etc, but this book is so different from all the others she has read.
The story is packed with humour and intrigue, mystery, and adventure involving kidnaps, secrets and rescues.
The author has written in first person point of view.
He has used a technique where the narrator will, at times, address the reader, drawing them in on a highly personal level, then holding back, and raising the suspense up several notches. He hooks you from the start and theres no release, until the end.
Although this book has 304 pages, the text is not small and cramped, so there is not as much to get through as you might first presume.
This book is a winner.
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
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Well now, this came as quite a pleasant surprise. A ripping yarn full of high adventure, dastardly villains, the secret of eternal youth and a Symphony of Smells. What more could the eleven year old in your life want.
The appallingly named Pseudonymous Bosch has come up with an interesting, idiosyncratic way of telling a tale, which breaks the wall between narrator and reader, in an attempt to involve you more deeply in the tale. And for the most part it works as you follow the two 11-year old investigators, Cass and Max-Ernest, as they set off on their quest covering a strange magician, a lusted after journal and a dose of Egyptology.
Some of the plot lines mark it out as being quite a bare faced attempt to mop up bereft Harry Potter fans and stray Lemony Snicketers, and the ending is rather unsatisfactory, leading as it does into the inevitable sequel. It has a rather slow beginning, which may put off some of the target audience used to quick thrills, but once it gets a head of steam up, it's all quite engaging.
The appallingly named Pseudonymous Bosch has come up with an interesting, idiosyncratic way of telling a tale, which breaks the wall between narrator and reader, in an attempt to involve you more deeply in the tale. And for the most part it works as you follow the two 11-year old investigators, Cass and Max-Ernest, as they set off on their quest covering a strange magician, a lusted after journal and a dose of Egyptology.
Some of the plot lines mark it out as being quite a bare faced attempt to mop up bereft Harry Potter fans and stray Lemony Snicketers, and the ending is rather unsatisfactory, leading as it does into the inevitable sequel. It has a rather slow beginning, which may put off some of the target audience used to quick thrills, but once it gets a head of steam up, it's all quite engaging.
10 of 11 people found the following review helpful
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Like other reviews, I was attracted by the idea of a secret book, however after the first few chapters where the author continuously explains why he can't give anything away, he does. After that it becomes a good children's fantasy/mystery with a magician, a circus and a secret spa.
Comparisons have been made with Lemony Snickett and this is true in some respects but mainly the comparison seems to be drawn as both authors directly speak to the reader throughout the book to make you even more involved in the story. (Pseudonymous Bosch often interjects reminding the reader of how much danger they are in for knowing some information!)
I would recommend this book for children aged 9-12 who enjoy a good fantasy/mystery/adventure story with a difference! The follow up to "The Name Of This Book Is Secret," is "If You're Reading This, It's Too Late" and continues the adventures of the Cass and Max-Ernst.
Comparisons have been made with Lemony Snickett and this is true in some respects but mainly the comparison seems to be drawn as both authors directly speak to the reader throughout the book to make you even more involved in the story. (Pseudonymous Bosch often interjects reminding the reader of how much danger they are in for knowing some information!)
I would recommend this book for children aged 9-12 who enjoy a good fantasy/mystery/adventure story with a difference! The follow up to "The Name Of This Book Is Secret," is "If You're Reading This, It's Too Late" and continues the adventures of the Cass and Max-Ernst.
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who is mr. bosch...?
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