(4) 4-6 Illustrated by James Lancett. In their latest mission for The League of Unexceptional Children, twelve-year-old spies Jonathan and Shelley must clear the names of Jonathan's witless parents, who were duped into stealing government secrets by a shadowy organization. Despite a rushed final act, jarring tonal shifts, and repetitive humor, fans will enjoy the usual energetic pace and the camaraderie of these average-Joe heroes. Black-and-white cartoon illustrations reinforce plot points.

Reviewer: Russell Perry

(4) 4-6 Illustrated by James Lancett. First introduced in The League of Unexceptional Children, unobtrusive juvenile spies Jonathan and Shelley now travel to London in pursuit of a rogue teen agent bent on releasing a virus that makes people less intelligent. Beneath the often zany, sometimes tiring humor, the genuine central friendship of Jonathan and Shelley greatly enhances the story. Occasional cartoon illustrations reinforce plot points.

Reviewer: Russell Perry

(4) 4-6 Illustrated by James Lancett. Jonathan and Shelley--average, unmemorable twelve-year-olds--are ideal spies for The League of Unexceptional Children. The unremarkable duo must save the day when the vice president is kidnapped and the nation's secrets are threatened. The one-note premise wears thin, but fans of comic mysteries should enjoy this projected series debut. Cartoon illustrations break up the text.

Reviewer: Russell Perry