Books About Secret Experiments

The Best Secret Experiments Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about secret experiments? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

Payback
#3 in Series
Caught Dead
#2 in Series
Suspicious Minds
#1 in Series
This Is Captain America
The Shortlist

Our 9 Favorite Books About Secret Experiments

Maximum Ride, Vol. 2 (Graphic Novel)
Graphic Nov.
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$1235
Chapter Book · Ages 13–17 · 2009

Maximum Ride, Vol. 2 (Graphic Novel)

By James Patterson, NaRae Lee (Illustrator) · Book #2 in the Maximum Ride: The Manga series

A winged girl must rescue her friend and uncover her destiny amidst danger.

262 pages· 7,096 words· Est. 53 min read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 13,604 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Max and her winged friends, the Flock, face a perilous mission to rescue young Angel from the clutches of the sinister School. Their journey leads them to New York City, where they battle the fearsome Erasers. As Max grapples with a mysterious voice in her head, she learns her fate might be to save the world. Can she trust her instincts and protect her family from the lurking threats? Dive into a whirlwind adventure where the skies are the limit, and every flight could be their last.
Payback
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$958
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2017

Payback

By Gordon Korman · Book #3 in the Masterminds series

Clones on the run face betrayal, secrets, and danger to end Project Osiris.

336 pages· 62,133 words· Est. 8.5 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 5,418 ratings
$9.99Save 4%
Paperback
Summary: In the thrilling conclusion of the Masterminds trilogy, clones Eli, Tori, Amber, and Malik are on the run after a friend's betrayal. Separated into pairs, they must navigate a world of danger. Malik, drawn to a criminal life by his DNA donor, risks everything, while Eli and Tori uncover deeper conspiracies. As they seek to end Project Osiris, they must confront their darkest selves. Will they succeed, or will the secrets of their origins destroy them? A surprising ally and a cross-country chase add to the suspense in this gripping adventure.
Whispering Pines
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$1697
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2020

Whispering Pines

By Heidi Lang, Kati Bartkowski · Whispering Pines series

A town's eerie secrets unravel as two kids face otherworldly threats.

320 pages· 68,465 words· Est. 9.5 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 1,465 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: In Whispering Pines, Rae seeks answers about her missing father, while Caden harbors a chilling secret. As kids vanish and return eyeless, they must confront the town's dark mysteries. Can Rae and Caden uncover the truth before it's too late?
Bite Risk
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$1797
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2023

Bite Risk

By S.J. Wills · Book #1 in the Bite Risk series

In a town of werewolves, kids uncover a darker threat.

320 pages· 65,623 words· Est. 9 hour read
3.9/5 Goodreads · 736 ratings
$18.99Save 5%
Hardcover
Summary: In Tremorglade, where adults turn into werewolves, thirteen-year-old Sel faces a chilling mystery. As drones emit eerie sounds and people vanish, Sel and his friends suspect a hidden danger. With Rippers escaping and shadows lurking, they must uncover the truth before the next full moon brings peril. What sinister force keeps them trapped in Tremorglade?
Z. Rex
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$858
Chapter Book · Ages 10–+ · 2009

Z. Rex

By Steve Cole · Book #1 in the Z-Rex series

A boy is hunted by men and a dinosaur. Is it real or just a game?

256 pages· 49,836 words· Est. 7 hour read
3.8/5 Goodreads · 791 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Adam's world flips when his father vanishes, leaving him pursued by armed men and a ferocious dinosaur. As reality blurs with virtual gaming, Adam must unravel the mystery of his father's disappearance. Is the dinosaur a terrifying reality or a digital illusion? With danger at every turn, Adam races against time to uncover the truth. Can he survive this deadly game and find his father before it's too late? Dive into a thrilling adventure where the line between game and reality is perilously thin.
Caught Dead
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$1797
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2024

Caught Dead

By S.J. Wills · Book #2 in the Bite Risk series

A new threat rises on Howl Night, targeting Rippers. Can Sel stop it before it's too late?

320 pages· 65,873 words· Est. 9 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 123 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Sel Archer faces a new terror in Tremorglade as Rippers are mysteriously attacked on Howl Nights. With his friends gone and a sinister force threatening to control the Rippers, Sel must team up with Ingrid and Mika to unravel the mystery. As rumors of an unkillable beast spread, the stakes are higher than ever. Can they uncover the truth before their world falls under the power of something unstoppable and possibly undead? The clock is ticking, and the fate of Tremorglade hangs in the balance.
Hunt
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$759
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2023

Hunt

By Terrance Crawford, Dan Widdowson (Illustrator) · Book #3 in the Piggy series

Can Ben uncover the infection's origin before Lucella falls to the Infected?

176 pages· 28,551 words· Est. 4 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 32 ratings
$7.99Save 5%
Paperback
Summary: Ben and his friends scour Lucella, battling the Infected and seeking the truth behind the outbreak. As they administer a new cure, they must confront hidden secrets and fears. Will they unravel the mystery in time to save the island, or will darkness prevail? The fate of Lucella hangs in the balance, with terrifying creatures lurking at every turn. Prepare for a gripping journey filled with suspense and unexpected revelations.
Suspicious Minds
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$1805
Chapter Book · 2019

Suspicious Minds

By Gwenda Bond · Book #1 in the Stranger Things series

A secret experiment in Hawkins hides a mind-bending conspiracy.

336 pages· 83,774 words
3.6/5 Goodreads · 17,539 ratings
$19.00Save 5%
Paperback
Summary: In 1969, college student Terry Ives joins a mysterious government experiment in Hawkins, Indiana. As she delves deeper into the MKULTRA project, she uncovers a conspiracy led by the enigmatic Dr. Brenner. With the help of fellow test subjects, Terry must navigate a new kind of war where the human mind is the ultimate battleground. Can she unravel the secrets hidden within the lab's walls before it's too late?
This Is Captain America
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$2572
Picture Book · Ages 0–8 · 2014

This Is Captain America

By Val Semeiks (Illustrator), Bob McLeod (Illustrator), Hi-Fi Design (Illustrator), Storybook Art Group (Illustrator)

Join a thrilling mission with Captain America, Marvel's mightiest hero.

27 pages· 234 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
4.0/5 Goodreads · 164 ratings
$27.07Save 5%
Library Binding
Summary: Embark on a daring mission with Steve Rogers, the indomitable Captain America. As he faces formidable foes, will his strength and courage be enough to protect the world from impending danger? Discover the challenges that test even the strongest soldier in this action-packed adventure.
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