The 39 Clues - Family branches

The four family branches were founded by the four children of Gideon and Olivia Cahill. Gideon was a student of alchemy, and died in a fire while trying to save his notes and research from that fire.

The four branches are Lucian, the Ekaterina, the Janus, and the Tomas.

Ekaterina (founded by Katherine Cahill)
The Ekats are famous scientists and great inventors

Janus (founded by Jane Cahill)
This branch has included some of the worlds most famous and talented artists

Lucian (founded by Luke Cahill)
Some of the world's greatest leaders and spies, were Lucians.

Tomas (founded by Thomas Cahil)
The Tomas are famous explorers, discoverers, and athletes.

Video Interview with Gordon Korman, author of book 2, one false note

I found this 10 min. video where Whoopi Goldberg interviews Gordon Korman, about book 2: One False Note.

They talk about The Cahill family, 39 clues and Mozart...
Watch the video here

39 Clues book 6: In Too Deep

In Too Deep

is written by Jude Watson and will be released on November 3.

Here is a resume of what will happen, from wikiPedia:
"Are some secrets better left buried? As Amy and Dan track the next clue to a
remote corner of the world, they make shocking discoveries about the source of the Cahills' power and
the mystery of their parents' deaths.

And as the threat of the mysterious Madrigals grows real, one of the clue-hunters makes the ultimate sacrifice. Amy and Dan have to decide how much they're willing
to risk, and what they are fighting for. Can they avenge their parents - or are they following their fatal path?
his story will take place in Australia and off the coast of Burma."

This sounds very exciting. I have just finished book 2, when I get to book 6 I'll put a review up.



Amazon has a $3.44 discount on The 39 Clues Book 6: In Too Deep

This title will be released on November 3, pre-order and make sure that you have a copy  = )

39 Clues book 1: The maze of bones

The maze of bones is the first book of the 39 clues series.

The Cahill family is a large family and has included some of the most influential people and greatest thinkers of the last 300 years. Apparently the Cahils have a great legacy, that has led these people to greatness.

In the first book we are introduced to Amy and Dan. At their grandmothers funeral they are given the choice between 1.000.000 dollars or the first clue that could lead them to the Cahill family legacy.

The book is very well written, and I felt like reading a Dan Brown book, written for young adults.
It is both highly entertaining and informative. I got the book on sale, just wanted to see what the fuss was all about. The book was devoured in no time, and now I have almost finished book 2!

The perspective in the book change between the characters, also some of the Amy and Dan's competitors. This doesn't ruin anything, it actually gives the other characters more depth.

I feel that I can only give this book my highest reccomendations!!!
Get  The Maze of Bones  at Amazon
 

39 clues

39 clues is an adventure/scavenger hunt series about two siblings , Amy and Dan. When their grandmother passes away they are given the choice between 1 million dollars and a clue to a 'treasure'. The Cahill family is huge, and some of the other participants at the funeral choose to start on the search for the 39 clues that will lead to X. There are 6 other teams that Dan and Amy must compete against.