Masterminds

The first book in Gordon Korman's action-packed series introduces Eli Frieden from the seemingly perfect town of Serenity, New Mexico, where honesty is the norm. When a surprising event at the town's edge sparks an investigation into the community's true nature, Eli and his friends uncover disturbing secrets that challenge everything they believe. As they delve deeper, they discover unsettling links to notorious criminals, leading to a shocking realization that no one, not even their parents, can be fully trusted.