103 pages • 3 hours read
Pseudonymous BoschThe Name of This Book Is Secret
Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2007A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more. For select classroom titles, we also provide Teaching Guides with discussion and quiz questions to prompt student engagement.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
In The Name of This Book Is Secret by Pseudonymous Bosch, 11-year-old Cass and Max-Ernest investigate the mysterious death of magician Pietro Bergamo, leading them to confront the cult Midnight Sun and their quest for a formula for immortality. Along the way, they decode messages, uncover secrets about Pietro and his brother, and encounter danger as they infiltrate the cult's spa to save a kidnapped classmate. The book includes topics that refer to kidnapping and child endangerment.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
The Name of This Book Is Secret by Pseudonymous Bosch has received a mixture of praise and critique. Readers generally appreciate its unique and humorous narration as well as its engaging and suspenseful plot. However, some find the frequent interruptions by the narrator distracting and feel the story occasionally lacks depth. Overall, it’s seen as a fun, entertaining read.
Who Should Read The Name of This Book Is Secret?
Readers who savor quirky, engaging mysteries with interactive narratives will relish The Name of This Book Is Secret by Pseudonymous Bosch. This book is perfect for fans of A Series of Unfortunate Events by Lemony Snicket and The Mysterious Benedict Society by Trenton Lee Stewart, blending humor, adventure, and a touch of the odd.
RecommendedReading Age
8-12yearsBook Details
Fantasy
Mystery / Crime Fiction
Action / Adventure
Life/Time: Coming of Age
Values/Ideas: Good & Evil
Relationships: Friendship