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If You're Reading This, It's Too Late (Secret, Book 2) (The Secret Series, Book 2) Paperback – September 1, 2009

by Pseudonymous Bosch (Author)
4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 1,373 ratings
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Beware!

Dangerous secrets lie between the pages of this book.

OK, I warned you. But if you think I'll give anything away, or tell you that this is the sequel to my first literary endeavor, The Name of This Book is Secret, you're wrong.

I'm not going to remind you of how we last left our heroes, Cass and Max-Ernest, as they awaited intiation into the mysterious Terces Society, or the ongoing fight against the evil Dr. L and Ms. Mauvais. I certainly won't be telling you about how the kids stumble upon the Museum of Magic, where they finally meet the amazing Pietro!

Oh, blast! I've done it again. Well, at least I didn't tell you about the missing Sound Prism, the nefarious Lord Pharaoh, or the mysterious creature born in a bottle over 500 years ago, the key to the biggest secret of all.

I really can't help myself, now can I? Let's face it - if you're reading this, it's too late.
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    9 - 11 years, from customers
  2. Book 2 of 6
    The Secret
  3. Print length
    400 pages
  4. Language
    English
  5. Grade level
    3 - 7
  6. Lexile measure
    760L
  7. Dimensions
    5.25 x 1 x 7.65 inches
  8. Publisher
    Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
  9. Publication date
    September 1, 2009
  10. ISBN-10
    9780316113687
  11. ISBN-13
    978-0316113687
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The Name of this Book is Secret by Pseudonymous Bosch If You're Reading This, It's Too Late This Book Is No Good For You by Pseudonymous Bosch This Isn't What it Looks Like by Pseudonymous Bosch You Have to Stop This by Pseudonymous Bosch The Secret Series Complete Collection by Pseudonymous Bosch
The Name of this Book is Secret If You're Reading This It's Too Late This Book Is Not Good for You This Isn't What It Looks Like You Have to Stop This You Have to Stop This
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Read the Secret Series from Pseudonymous Bosch—if you dare! The Secret Series Book 1: Not only is the name of this book secret, the story inside is, too. For it concerns a secret. A Big Secret. The Secret Series Book 2: Cass and Max-Ernest return. Read at your own risk! The Secret Series Book 3: Cass's mom has been kidnapped by the evil dessert chef and chocolaier, Señor Hugo! The Secret Series Book 4: Can our expert hypochondriac Max-Ernest diagnose Cass's condition before it's too late? The Secret Series Book 5: The Secret still lurks. You're out there, reading and talking about it. Everything's in danger in the finale! The name of the series is secret. The story is, too. Read it if you must. But please, tell no one. Contains all five series titles.
Bad Magic by Pseudonymous Bosch Bad Luck by Pseudonymous Bosch Bad News by Pseudonymous Bosch
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Everyone's favorite elusive author's Bad Books series The Bad Books Book 1: Clay thinks magic is bad. But soon, after many strange surprises, all he knows is that nothing is as it seems. The Bad Books Book 2: Some people have all the luck. Unfortunately, Clay isn't one of them. The Bad Books Book 3: Will Clay and his Secret Series Allies be able to triumph over the villains once and for all?

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Pseudonymous Bosch is the infamously anonymous author of the New York Times bestselling Secret Series and the Bad Books. Despite rumors to the contrary, his books are not actually written by his pet rabbit, Quiche; the rabbit is merely his typist.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ 0316113689
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Little, Brown Books for Young Readers; Reprint edition (September 1, 2009)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 400 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9780316113687
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0316113687
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 9 - 11 years, from customers
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ 760L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 3 - 7
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.25 x 1 x 7.65 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
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Pseudonymous Bosch is the infamously anonymous author of the NYT bestselling Secret Series and Bad Books, as well the Unbelievable Oliver chapter book mysteries. Not much is known about him other than that he has a passionate love of chocolate and an equally passionate hatred of mayonnaise. If you hear a rumor that he is Raphael Simon, humble writer of The Anti-Book, please ignore. And by no means should you visit his website www.pseudonymousbosch.com

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Jennifer G
5.0 out of 5 stars Great read
Reviewed in the United States on December 14, 2015
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My son ( a 9 year old) and I have been reading this series together. He loves it! It is a mystery novel with lots of comedy. The author often pulls the reader in an aside and provides lots of comedy. The story is about three friends that must find clues to solve a mystery. Very engaging and exciting. Highly recommend.
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Cassie
5.0 out of 5 stars Funny & entertaining
Reviewed in the United States on July 23, 2019
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Fun, entertaining read for 8-12 - both of my kids enjoyed the story, humor, and witty remarks so much we ended up buying most of the series by now.
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Bryn
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing spooky and secretive
Reviewed in the United States on July 22, 2016
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This book will teach about friendship in a way you probably never imagine. Cass and Max-Ernest have decided to join the Terces or (witch is secret spelled backwards by the way) they make 2 new friends one of witch is a magical creature made in a bottle. Cass is descendent of a jester who made the sound prism. And struggles to find out her family history. Max-Ernest is having trouble sharing cass with there other new friend. And watch as They get one dangerous step towards unlocking the secret!
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4.0 out of 5 stars Fell Short in Comparison to the First
Reviewed in the United States on December 1, 2008
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I feel like maybe P. Bosch should have just left it with one book, a longer one, sure, which would answer everything, but one book. He/she seems to already be reaching for subject matter, when I'm sure we would have been gratified with just one. Now it seems like it'll be a series of pointless little individual mysteries, each telling us one fact at a time, drawing it out and leaving it more thin and boring each time.
This isn't to say I disliked the book. The bigger revelations (Cass's paternity) and seeing Pietro for the first time, those moments were amazing. The continued conversational tone was great as well.
But then, you get the new character, Yo-Yoji, who to me seems to stick out like a sore thumb. Why spend a whole book explaining the special relationship between Cass and Max Ernest only to have a third character ruin the two-ness of them? He seems to have no chemistry with either character, and is a male Mary Sue.
So we've got a new riddle, trying to figure out what the Secret is, and a still uncaptured Dr. L and Ms. Mauvais on the loose. Sequel material, but like I said, I'm scared about the potential sequels. The excitement of the first book was all the awesome reveals in a row, and it never got boring, while in this one, I'm sad to say there were parts that I felt were dull and should be skipped.
I did enjoy the last...erm...first chapter though! Bringing Amber and the Skeltons deeper into the story was a good move, I'd say. It's nice to see an evil enemy be the same age as the protagonists, for once. (as well as being someone they didn't exactly like to begin with =P)
I'd like more info on P. Bosch though. I hadn't actually thought of the P.B. thing until the interview, now that's interesting stuff, there!
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Marks2001
5.0 out of 5 stars A way to spend quality time with kids.
Reviewed in the United States on May 25, 2019
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I started reading this series to my two daughters and even I fell in love. Start with the first book and read in order. Great way to spend time together and the content is appropriate.
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Rebecca L. Ray
5.0 out of 5 stars Fun Book Series for Tweens!
Reviewed in the United States on March 13, 2012
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My daughter starts a lot of books. She finishes very few of them. This series has been the exception. She carried the first book around with her to read whenever she has the chance. Fortunately, I could take advantage of that and load up on the rest of the books to keep her reading. The description of this book says that it is for grades 4-6. My daughter is in 6th grade and reads a lot of challenging books for school. That she chooses this series to read for enjoyment says a lot. I don't think it is particularly challenging, but that's okay with me!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome Sequel to The Name of this Book is Secret
Reviewed in the United States on January 1, 2013
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One of the best books of ever read by me. Full of drama, suspense, bravery, action, comedy, and an untold secret. I strongly recommend this book to anybody 8+. There is no limit on age because no matter how old you are 8 or 90, you will love this Book. ( Just read the first book of the secret series first! )
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A. Hodge
5.0 out of 5 stars Another GREAT Book by this author!
Reviewed in the United States on April 4, 2009
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After reading the first book by this author, our daughter couldn't wait to begin the second, and I am happy to say she was not disappointed. Maybe the secrecy of the author's identity adds to the intrigue, but no matter, these are the kinds of books that spark imagination and the kind of interest that keep children begging for more. Keep these books coming, Pseudonymous Bosch! You have done an outstanding job!
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Sarahaipotter
5.0 out of 5 stars Entretenido
Reviewed in Mexico on January 25, 2020
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5.0 out of 5 stars 2nd book in series - really good; blends seriousness with comedy
Reviewed in India on January 30, 2021
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First of all I love the entire idea of the series of an author pseudonymously revealing a secret, and the entire set up that goes with it - the book names, the "confidentiality agreements" - it's all quite exciting and gripping to a young reader. The plot in this book never sags and compels you to read on. It mixes in mystery and danger with comedy and with life lessons that the protagonists learn on their adventures. Ideal for the average middle schooler or even mature 9-10 year old readers. However, note that 3rd book onwards, darker concepts such as dealing with death are involved, so discretion should be used depending on reading and maturity level of the reader.
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Rick Deckard
5.0 out of 5 stars Muy divertido!
Reviewed in Spain on January 8, 2020
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A mis hijos les ha encantado! Así practican inglés de forma divertida.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Awsome
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 30, 2013
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I am eleven years and this book is a very good one ,i have read the first book by bye PD and that book I personally found much better and more gripping and more of a cliff hanger and could not stop reading , this book however is gripping and quiet a cliff hanger , but I guess it didn't attract me as a reader that much well at least as much as the other one . But this is a review an it was a good book and I intend to buy the next book. Great by and well ... i will recommend you read the first book before reading this one ! Great value for the money ! Only recommended to those who can keep a Secret and those who enjoy adventurous books , . 5 well deserved stars are for this book as I honestly enjoyed it ! Some people do say do not judge a book by the cover howeve this book if judge t
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Jonguk
5.0 out of 5 stars Hilarious and fun
Reviewed in Canada on January 12, 2012
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This book is the second of the Secret series, by Pseudonymous Bosch. This book is equally fun as the first one in the series, which I have also written a review for. On these books, I zoomed through them because I couldn't stop reading. There is a deliberately made error on one chapter, which I will not give away. The adventures do not end here; try the third book of the series, but read all of them in order, or else they will not really make sense, like other series books. I recommend this book to everyone who has read the first.

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