Nikki Tesla and the Traitors of the Lost Spark

Third time’s the charm for Nikki Tesla and the Genius Academy in the third installment of the “Elements of Genius” series by Jess Keating.
This time around, Nikki and her genius friends are trying to stop a mad scientist from releasing a deadly virus that could destroy the world. While they are in the Tower of London to apprehend the culprit, a bomb goes off and some Crown Jewels go missing. Realizing they are being set up, the Genius Academy heads north to Scotland for some help.

There they meet Arthur Conan Doyle, detective, author, and oh yeah, Mary’s ex-boyfriend. Using Arthur’s amazing deductive skills, the geniuses are able to track down the evil-mastermind behind this plot, and it’s none other than Mary’s aunt, Victoria Wollstonecraft. Victoria wants revenge, and she’ll stop at nothing to get it. Nikki and her friends must stop Victoria and save the world. Of course, the book provides a happily-ever-after ending.

Nikki Tesla and the Traitors of the Lost Spark is a fun-filled, fast-paced adventure novel with a strong female lead. Its main themes surrounding team work, the value of friendship, and the importance of creativity will appeal to both children and parents/educators alike. Although the plot can be predictable at times, fans of the series will be especially delighted with this newest installment.