In this cross between “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” and “A Night in the Museum,” Agatha Award winner Chris Grabenstein uses humor to create the perfect story for his strange characters. The book has elements of two beloved classics but stands on its own merit* as a sure winner with young readers.

    The world’s most famous game maker, Luigi Lemoncello, has just designed a new, state-of-the-art* library in his hometown, and he’s invited 12 lucky seventh-graders to stay the night just before its grand opening.

    Kyle Keeley is the class clown* and a big fan of all games — board games, word games, and particularly* video games. He jumps at the chance to meet his idol* Mr. Lemoncello and see a real live library.

    After the old library’s demolition*, this is the first library this small town has had in 12 years.

    Keeley is happy when he gets to be among the first to explore* the halls of one of the most interactive* libraries ever. He and the other contestants* have 24 hours to find a secret exit out of the building and win a big prize, and when the doors shut, the games begin.

    This book is filled with witty literary references, an education on the Dewey Decimal System*, and word puzzles.

    Children who like books, games, puzzles, mysteries, friends and fantasy will love this book.

    (SD-Agencies)