This is a secret and dangerous story, reserved only for the bravest. Before opening this book—it would be wise to think long and hard before doing so—it's important to warn the reader that they may be in danger. These pages hide a mysterious secret, and whoever goes after it, as Cass and Max did, could get themselves into serious trouble. Well, actually, you'll experience a great adventure, learn some investigative techniques, and face cruel enemies, but there's no guarantee you'll come out of this safely... Good luck to those who decide to continue reading. A word of advice: don't tell anyone! The heroes of this secret and dangerous story are Cass and Max Ernesto, two eleven-year-olds who decide to investigate the mysterious clues left by an old magician who died in a fire. Strange coded messages, puzzles, word games, secrets, and extremely dangerous enemies await our heroes, but will they be able to overcome all the challenges and discover the great secret the magician hid in his notebook? A box full of small bottles—the Symphony of Smells—and a plea for help are found by the two adventurers: it could be a clue to solving the riddle that will change their lives forever. You see, not only is the name of this book a secret, but so is the story. It's a secret—a big secret—that has been tormenting people like you for more than... Oh, no! Did I mention the secret? Then it's too late. I fear nothing will stop you now. Open the book if you have no other choice. But please, don't tell anyone. THE NAME OF THIS BOOK IS A SECRET was on The New York Times and IndieBound bestseller lists, and received the BookSense Children's Book Pick, the 2007 NAPPA Gold Award, and the 2009 Sakura Medal. Its rights have been sold to 22 countries: United States, United Kingdom, Italy, Germany, Australia, New Zealand, Serbia, Brazil, Sweden, Greece, Netherlands, Romania, Poland, France, Spain, Norway, Portugal, Turkey, China, Korea, Thailand and Indonesia.
