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Start with Masterminds and continue through all 3 books in the listed reading order.

3 books
Published 2015 to 2017
Status: Likely complete

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Masterminds

Start with Masterminds

Book 1 by Gordon Korman • Published 2015

Eli lives in a perfect town where nothing bad ever happens, until he discovers why. With his friends, he runs for freedom and uncovers a shocking truth about who they are, and what the people in charge planned for them.

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Masterminds reading order

Ends with Payback

  1. 1
    Masterminds

    Book 1:Masterminds

    Gordon Korman • 2015

    Eli lives in a perfect town where nothing bad ever happens, until he discovers why. With his friends, he runs for freedom and uncovers a shocking truth about who they are, and what the people in charge planned for them.

  2. 2
    Criminal Destiny

    Book 2:Criminal Destiny

    Gordon Korman • 2016

    On the run from the people who created them, Eli’s group tries to stay alive long enough to uncover the truth about their origins. New allies and new betrayals force them to ask whether their DNA decides their future,...

  3. 3
    Payback

    Book 3:Payback

    Gordon Korman • 2017

    Eli and his friends turn toward the people responsible for Serenity, determined to end the experiment for good. With danger closing in and trust strained, they have to pull off a risky counterattack and decide what ju...

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Masterminds FAQ

What is the best order to read the Masterminds series?

The recommended reading order is the numbered order shown on this page, starting with Masterminds.

How many books are in the Masterminds series?

There are 3 books currently listed in the Masterminds series on GurusReads.

Where should I start with the Masterminds series?

New readers should start with Masterminds, the first book in the reading order.

Is the Masterminds series complete?

Based on the publication years we have, the series appears likely complete and spans releases from 2015 to 2017.