Description
The excitement of international espionage combined with the awkwardness of the tween years makes for nonstop laughs in National Espionage, Rescue, and Defense Society--NERDS--the first book in the hilarious series from New York Times bestselling author Michael Buckley
If you're looking for a funny illustrated series to enjoy alongside favorites such as Dog Man, Diary of a Wimpy Kid, and The Last Kids on Earth books, NERDS delivers! Meet the NERDS, a team of 11-year-old super spies:* Duncan "Gluestick" Dewey: He's a paste-eater who can stick to walls.
* Ruby "Pufferfish" Peet: Her allergies help her detect danger and dishonesty.
* Heathcliff "Choppers" Hodges: He controls minds with his buckteeth.
* Julio "Flinch" Escala: His hyperactivity gives him super speed and strength.
* Matilda "Wheezer" Choi: Her inhalers enable her to fly and blast enemies.
* Jackson "Braceface" Jones, the new recruit. This metal mouth is the team's go-to gadget guy . . . if only he can get over becoming a NERD. Can this team of misfits save the world from their secret headquarters in the basement of their school? Can you read NERDS without laughing? Go ahead and try! NERDS series:
National Espionage, Rescue, and Defense Society (#1)
M is for Mama's Boy (#2)
The Cheerleaders of Doom (#3)
The Villain Virus (#4)
Attack of the BULLIES (#5)
Author: Michael Buckley
Publisher: Amulet Books
Published: 08/01/2010
Pages: 352
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.80lbs
Size: 8.19h x 5.43w x 1.18d
ISBN13: 9780810989856
ISBN10: 0810989859
BISAC Categories:
- Juvenile Fiction | Humorous Stories
- Juvenile Fiction | Mysteries & Detective Stories
- Juvenile Fiction | Thrillers & Suspense
About the Author
Michael Buckley is the author of The Sisters Grimm, a New York Times bestselling series and a TODAY Show Al Roker Book Club pick. He has also written and developed shows for such networks as Cartoon Network, Nickelodeon, and Disney. He lives with his family in Brooklyn, New York.