Introduction

“From the opening car chase, this book grabs readers and holds on as it blossoms into a complex action-adventure with multiple intertwining plots. In this intricate YA tale, a group of teenagers with special skills unite to confront bullying, though they end up fighting crime, murder, and terrorism. Eventually, MOB evolves into a true crime-fighting band of superheroes. Reminiscent of the Hardy Boys and Nancy Drew, the teens outshine adults. They operate in their own world more or less autonomously, sometimes cooperating with grownups, other times circumventing them. Filled with numerous side plots involving family history, a mysterious corporation, a rare disease, terrorist plots, and more, Smith’s tale ties it all together seamlessly while continually sounding the bullying theme, which intensifies from everyday school harrying to a device for recruiting criminals. The conclusion sets up the next MOB exploit. Complex, layered YA that easily appeals to adults, too.” -Kirkus Reviews

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Discussion Questions

1.Which character do you like the most and why? The least and why?

2.What passage from the book stood out to you?

3.Are there situations and/or characters you can identify with, if so how?

4.What major emotion did the story evoke in you as a reader?

5.At what point in the book did you decide if you liked it or not? What helped make this decision?

6.Name your favorite thing overall about the book. Your least favorite?

7.If you could change something about the book what would it be and why?

8.Describe what you liked or disliked about the writer’s style?

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