NERDS

Written by Michael Buckley

Book #1 in the NERDS series

Can a team of misfit kid spies save the world from their school basement?

3.9 Goodreads · 8,788 ratings

316 pages· 55,531 words· Est. 7.5 hour read· 760L

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Bookroo's summary

Meet the NERDS, a quirky team of 11-year-old spies with bizarre powers. From sticking to walls to mind control, these unlikely heroes must overcome their own awkwardness to thwart villains like the Hyena. As they operate from their school's basement, new recruit Jackson 'Braceface' Jones struggles to fit in. Can these misfits embrace their nerdy traits and save the world? Dive into a world of espionage, humor, and unexpected heroism where being uncool is the ultimate superpower. Will they succeed, or will their antics lead to chaos?

From the publisher

The excitement of international espionage combined with the awkwardness of elementary makes for non-stop laughs in NERDS, the hilarious series from New York Times bestselling author Michael Buckley! Meet the NERDS, a team of eleven-year-old super spies: Duncan “Gluestick” Dewey: He’s a paste-eater who can stick to walls. Ruby “Pufferfish” Peet: Her allergies help her detect danger and dishonesty. Heathcliff “Choppers” Hodges: He controls minds with his buckteeth. Julio “Flinch” Escala: His hyperactivity gives him super speed and strength. Matilda “Wheezer” Choi: Her inhalers enable her to fly and blast enemies. Jackson “Braceface” Jones, the new recruit. This metal mouth is the team’s go-to gadget guy . . . if only he can get over becoming a NERD. Can this team of misfits save the world from their secret headquarters in the basement of their school? Can you read NERDS without laughing? Go ahead and try!

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