Mister Max: The Book of Kings

Mister Max: The Book of Kings

Reviewed by: Jill Hooper - Freeport Middle School, Freeport, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: November 15, 2015

Review

Ever since Max's parents disappeared in book 1 of this series (Mister Max), he has been on the lookout for clues to reunite his family. With the help of an enjoyable cast of characters, and his own tenaciousness, Max cleverly unravels the mystery which leads them to a foreign land where it is suspected his parents are being held. Once there, all indicators are that they all are in danger. The pace of the story picks up as Max and his entourage discover that things are not as they seem. Max's quick thinking, wit and bravery help save the day. The mystery is intriguing, but the level of tension and suspense is even and mild. Overall, this is a pleasing end to the trilogy.

Overall Book Score: good


About the Book

Author:

Voigt, Cynthia

Illustrator: Bruno, Jacopo

Illustration Quality: excellent

Publisher: Knopf

Book Type: chapter book fiction

Genre: adventure,mystery

Audience: grades 4-6,grades 7-9

Binding Type: trade edition

Binding Quality: excellent

ISBN: 9780307976871

Price: 16.99