The catalogue copy had me instantly intrigued: Roald Dahl meets E.L. Konigsburg with a touch of Lemony Snicket. And pair that with a cover illustration that is reminiscent of Edward Gorey drawings—I was hooked! The Mysterious Benedict Society, Trenton Lee Stewart's debut mystery [Little Brown, Mar. 2007], focuses on four children selected for their unique talents to go undercover at the Learning Institute for the Very Enlightened and solve the mystery of what is happening behind the scenes. Each child has a specific ability which is slowly revealed through puzzles and challenges allowing the reader to play along with the game, finding a character they can relate to the most. The quirky individuals extend outward to include the adults who, in classic Dahl style, never seem to be quite as smart as the kids. I read the book in one sitting on a plane and have become obsessed with sharing it with everyone. Stewart is definitely one to watch!