Masterminds: Payback - by Gordon Korman (Hardcover)

About the Book

Book Synopsis

The thrilling finale to the New York Times bestselling Masterminds trilogy from middle grade star author Gordon Korman. Perfect for fans of Stranger Things and James Patterson!

After a serious betrayal from one of their former friends, the clones of Project Osiris are on the run again. Now separated into pairs, Eli and Tori and Amber and Malik are fighting to survive in the real world.

Amber and Malik track down the one person they think can help them prove the existence of Project Osiris, notorious mob boss Gus Alabaster, also known as Malik's DNA donor. But as Malik gets pulled into the criminal world--tantalized by hints of a real family--his actions put him and Amber into greater danger.

Eli and Tori get sucked into even bigger conspiracies as they hunt down Project Osiris's most closely guarded secrets--who does Eli's DNA come from?

With a surprising new ally and another cross-country adventure, the four will have to work together to overcome the worst parts of themselves if they are going to end Project Osiris once and for all.

But can they outrun their own DNA?

• Nature Versus Nurture: The clones of history's greatest criminals must decide if they're destined to be villains or heroes.
• Found Family: Separated and betrayed, Eli, Tori, Amber, and Malik have to trust each other to survive when no one else will help them.
• Action-Packed Heist: From swiping cars to breaking into a Hollywood studio, the kids must use their criminal skills for good.
• High-Stakes Conspiracy: To finally dismantle Project Osiris, the kids must uncover its deepest secrets--including the shocking identity of Eli's DNA donor.

Review Quotes

Praise for MASTERMINDS: "A terrific page-turner. Full of unexpected twists and revelations. Buckle up." - James Patterson

Praise for MASTERMINDS: CRIMINAL DESTINY: "A thrilling and fun series perfect for middle grade adventure seekers" - School Library Journal

Praise for MASTERMINDS: CRIMINAL DESTINY: "Cat-and-mouse chase scenes deliver thrills...Volume 3 can't get here soon enough." - Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books

Praise for MASTERMINDS: CRIMINAL DESTINY: "Packed with enough thrilling action and suspense to keep the pages turning...[a] highly entertaining series." - Booklist

Praise for MASTERMINDS: "Masterminds is a masterpiece--a mind-bending adventure in a shocking but all-too-possible present, a tale of friendship and ultimate sacrifice with characters who will reach inside you and not let go. It's that rare book that scares you to the core while you're laughing your head off. Warning: Reading this book while trying to do anything else is dangerous--it's that good. I can't wait to know what happens next." - Peter Lerangis, bestselling author of the Seven Wonders series

Praise for MASTERMINDS: "Masterminds takes readers on a wild ride with terrific humor, a surprising mystery, and characters you can't help but root for." - Brandon Mull, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Fablehaven series and the Five Kingdoms series

Praise for UNGIFTED: "Donovan has a goofy kindness that charms characters and readers alike ... The message is tolerance, and Korman expertly and humorously delivers it in an unpretentious and universally appealing tale." - School Library Journal

Praise for UNGIFTED: "Funny and insightful." - Publishers Weekly

"Korman's action-packed caper series comes to a satisfying close...with a masterful balance of humor, thought-provoking questions, and adventure" - Booklist

"Packed with surprising twists, high-speed chases, and plenty of near misses." - Kirkus Reviews

Praise for MASTERMINDS: "[A] compelling, twisty mystery . . . [with] a truly gratifying payoff" - Booklist (starred review)

Praise for MASTERMINDS: "This tense, fast-paced story will have readers racing toward the cliffhanger ending." - Publishers Weekly

Praise for MASTERMINDS: "A fresh premise, good pacing, surprising twists and engaging characters all combine to make this a series worth following." - Kirkus Reviews

Praise for MASTERMINDS: "This unique and action-packed story is filled with twists and turns that readers will not see coming. A wonderful start to what promises to be a thrilling series." - School Library Journal

Praise for UNGIFTED: "Touching, without being overly sentimental, Ungifted is a gem for readers looking for a story where the underdog comes out on top." - Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA)

Praise for UNGIFTED: "From its lovable-robot jacket art to its satisfying conclusion, this will please Korman's fans and win him new ones." - ALA Booklist