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One False Note (The 39 Clues, Book 2) Hardcover – December 2, 2008

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The highly-anticipated Book 2 of the #1 bestselling The 39 Clues series.

Amy and Dan made the choice of a lifetime when they gave up a million dollars in favor of a Clue and joined a competition unlike any the world has ever seen. After barely escaping Paris with their lives, now they're in Vienna to discover the truth about their famous ancestor, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, and the long-buried secrets connected to his equally talented but overlooked sister, Nannerl.

But with their enemies closing in, Amy and Dan must decide how much they're willing to risk to find the clues, and who they're willing to betray in the process...

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    8 - 11 years, from customers
  2. Book 2 of 11
    The 39 Clues
  3. Print length
    176 pages
  4. Language
    English
  5. Grade level
    4 - 7
  6. Lexile measure
    680L
  7. Dimensions
    5.23 x 0.62 x 7.68 inches
  8. Publisher
    Scholastic Inc.
  9. Publication date
    December 2, 2008
  10. ISBN-10
    0545060427
  11. ISBN-13
    978-0545060424
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The multipronged attack (books, playing cards, online games, prize sweepstakes) of the 39 Clues extravaganza dashes onward in this second book. Korman takes the reins from Rick Riordan, responsible for series opener The Maze of Bones (2008), with barely a hitch as Amy and Dan Cahill continue their quest to solve the mystery of their wide-ranging and powerful extended family (a tree that branches from Mozart to Picasso to Snoop Dogg). The siblings’ bickering increases as they hunt down the next clue, but so do their successes as they manage to be always one step ahead of their various cutthroat cousins. Korman dutifully moves the plot from point B to point C but only advances the wider story a smidge, which is hewing closer to the TV reality show The Amazing Race than the puzzle-studded mystery that sleuths may be anticipating. But, if the creators have bet correctly, it matters little that the story is already threatening to become repetitive and only mildly satisfying in itself, as kids will already have too much attention invested in the whole conglomerate to consider bailing. Grades 4-8. --Ian Chipman

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Gordon Korman is the beloved author of over one hundred novels for young readers, including hilarious middle-grade classics such as the Macdonald Hall series, I Want to Go Home, and Slacker. Born in Montreal, Quebec, Gordon grew up in Thornhill, Ontario, and now lives in New York with his family. Visit him online at www.gordonkorman.com.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Scholastic Inc.; GMC REI/CR edition (December 2, 2008)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 176 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0545060427
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0545060424
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 8 - 11 years, from customers
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ 680L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 4 - 7
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.23 x 0.62 x 7.68 inches
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Gordon Korman has written more than fifty middle-grade and teen novels. Favorites include the New York Times #1 bestseller The 39 Clues: One False Note, The Juvie Three, Son of the Mob, Born to Rock, and Schooled. Though he didn't play football in high school, Gordon's been a lifelong fan and season ticket holder. He says, "I've always been fascinated by the 'culture of collision' in football and wanted to explore it-not just from the highlight films but from its darker side as well." Gordon lives with his family on Long Island, New York.

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Jim Davis
5.0 out of 5 stars So far, so good
Reviewed in the United States on April 2, 2012
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A pattern is emerging in this (thus far) entertaining series. Each book focuses on an historical personage; last book it was Benjamin Franklin, this time Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Each book has different settings; last book it was Boston, Philadelphia, and Paris, this time Vienna, Salzburg, and Venice.

The opposition teams are also beginning to settle into grooves. The Holts are basically comic relief. The Kabras are decidedly evil. Irina is self interested but not overtly hostile. Alistair seems conflicted. Jonah is driven by hyper-competitiveness. The Starlings are still on the disabled list.

There are more glimpses of the Cahill past, both in general and Amy and Dan specifically. Amy and Dan's parents are involved in some mysterious way and Grace's fingerprints are everywhere. The man in black is hovering around but no information yet.

The writing this time is more of a general third person and does not follow and particular character. Nellie plays a more important role and I expect there to be more to her than has been revealed thus far. One also wonders about Saladin.

The Kindle edition is first rate. The book is a pleasure to read on the Kindle. The only complaint is that the preview chapters of the next installment give the reader an impression that the book is longer than it actually is.

This series has been great fun. I hope the momentum can be maintained through ten books. We're off to the far east in the next book. Highly recommended.
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Lighthouse
5.0 out of 5 stars MY VERY BRIGHT SON WHO LOVES CHALLENGES AND DOESN'T LIKE TO READ BOOKS ... LOVES!!!!! THIS SERIES
Reviewed in the United States on November 4, 2015
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If you are looking for a book series for a child who is not found of reading this is it! My son is very smart and gets bored real easy. He discovered this series from school and asked me to buy the book. I was shocked and then immediately bought the book. The book comes with clues that your child can go online and try to solve, as a family we have enjoyed working together to solve the clues. I highly recommend this book, my son is on his third time reading it and now has to share with his brothers and sisters because they love the book/series too!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Clever, quick and engaging
Reviewed in the United States on July 21, 2013
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The characters keep up a fast pace in this adventure appropriate for readers age 9- 13 (and Moms who like a good read). Lots of history delivered in a way to push the story forward. Dan is again such a likable kid that every person can relate to him- yes we all complain about boring museums and all struggle with being given credit for doing a good job. At 175 pages this book with shorter chapters will not daunt and even engage reluctant readers (as long as there is nothing better to do.)
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4.0 out of 5 stars Totally awesome!!!
Reviewed in the United States on July 21, 2013
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I thought this was totally awesome because it had a whole bunch of action. There were so many parts that I just felt as if I was in the book with amy and Dan. The only part I didn't like was when the Kabras stole Dan and Amy's boarding passes. I don't think that was a very good way to end a book but it was a good idea for the most part. I highly recommend this book for 10 year olds and up. I think that if you wanted a 7 year old to read this book they wouldn't really get it. So, yeah. That's my opinion.
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Christian Johnston
5.0 out of 5 stars Fast paced and engulfing
Reviewed in the United States on June 8, 2021
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I started reading the first book to my classroom, had to finish it yesterday and picked this one up and now I cannot put it back down. Great read no matter your age.
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G. Uhl
5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect if your child lives Percy Jackson, Artemis Fowl and Rangers Apprentice
Reviewed in the United States on July 12, 2010
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My son is now 13 1/2 and is reading adult fiction but he still loves this 39 clues series.

He has read all of Rick Riordan's books and he loves the Artemis Fowl series and the Rangers Apprentice series.

Since he is reading adult books now I thought this 39 clues looked too juvenille for him. When I looked into the series and saw the list of characters involved in the stories, I changed my mind and got them for him. I bought them new b/c of the cards that come with the books.

He loves them but they are on the short side and he finishes them quickly. I dont feel like i'm getting my money's worth.

But still, thumbs up.
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Brandon
5.0 out of 5 stars Good books for 16+
Reviewed in the United States on February 1, 2022
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Got this for my 19yr old brother and he absolutely loved the story. Going to get the next volume
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3.0 out of 5 stars meh...
Reviewed in the United States on April 9, 2012
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The idea behind the 39 Clues is original and sounds like a great theme, but gets a little hard to swallow as the series goes on. Reader beware, if you take this journey and you want to see it to the end, you will be spending a big chunk of change. Each of the books in the series is written by a different author, so once you get used to the flow from one, the story continues with another author and the flow and pace change dramatically. Also, if you plan to go to the end of the clues, be warned that the Cahills don't ever REALLY find anything substancial. It's all rainbows and lolly pops and be the best you, you can be and that's the greatest gift you can give the world kind of stuff. My 10 year old was very dissappointed! Book2 of this series, IMO, is the best and easiest to read. All about Mozart and his contribution to the world.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing book..Loved It a lot
Reviewed in India on October 23, 2017
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I loved the book it was amazing. Love the way Amy and dan solve the clues especially the gateau clue....... would recommend it for almost everyone above 8yrs
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5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing!
Reviewed in Canada on January 5, 2015
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Anyone between 9-12 years old who is into adventure and/or mystery would love this book.
The Cahill family will do anything to win the contest where the prize could be world domination. This book in the series is about where they try to find out what the piece of music by Mozart is all about. Join Dan and Amy in their journey for the 39 clues.
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Olivia C
5.0 out of 5 stars Great follow up...
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 23, 2011
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I really enjoyed the first 39 clues book, and this one certainly lives up to that expectation. I found that after the first book, this one was quite a lot quicker in moving along. The Cahill kids are still finding clues, this time in Vienna, along with their au pair Nellie. They are on the trail of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and they have a few mishaps along the way. This was a brillaint second book in a fantastic series that I really enjoyed. I have read all of the books currently on sale and will be writing reviews on most of them, as I loved them!
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Lisa Caughy
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in Canada on September 23, 2015
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Great shape
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Sakala M Donthireddy
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in India on August 1, 2015
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Very Intersting
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