The Hypnotists (The Hypnotists, Book 1)

About this book

Is it a gift . . . or is it a curse? Jax Opus can use his color-changing eyes to make people do things they don't want to do. (Only his color-blind best friend, Tommy, seems immune.) At first, Jax doesn't know what he's doing -- temporarily hypnotizing friends, foes, and strangers. But then his power pushes things way too far, and his secret isn't a secret any longer.

Soon Jax finds himself meeting Dr. Elias Mako, who wants him to join a special institution that will teach him how to use his powers. But what will his powers be used for? That's the big question for Jax as his hypnotic abilities draw him into a conspiracy that will have him racing against time and a mysterious mastermind to save his best friend, his parents, and the entire United States.

From #1 NEW YORK TIMES author Gordon Korman comes a fast, fun, and fantastic adventure about a kid who can make other people do what he wants -- and who's wanted big-time because of it.

Reviews

Praise for SWINDLE:

"Pure fun from top to bottom." -- SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL

"Korman's fast moving, feel-good suspense novel will have middle schoolers, especially boys, turning the pages." -- VOYA

Praise for ZOOBREAK:

"Korman again knocks it out of the park . . . interesting, full of humor, and good fun." -- VOYA

"Korman's second tale of 11-year-old Mr. Fix-it Griffin and his friends is a page-turning adventure. . . . The author's fans will be more than pleased." -- KIRKUS REVIEWS

"This book is overflowing with energy, and each chapter ends with the promise of more excitement. In addition, woven perfectly into the story . . . are the themes of friendship, working together, accomplishing the impossible, and having the courage to do what is right." -- www.Kidreads.com

Praise for FRAMED:

"Goofball-funny and addictive" -- KIRKUS REVIEWS

"Make no mistake; this mystery will keep readers guessing until the end, and there is enough action to keep readers on the edge of their seats." -- SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL