The Potato Chip Puzzles

Six puzzles. Fifty thousand dollar prize. When Winston Breen picks up the challenge, he, Jake, and Mal must solve the puzzles Dmitri Simon, a multi-million air, potato chip maker scatters puzzles at six different local locations. But as the trio, accompanied by their math teacher Mr. Garvey, leave the potato chip factory they get a flat tire. After more mayhem, such as a ferris wheels start up key getting stolen, they suddenly get a thought. Somebody’s cheating. Come along on this mystery full of laughter, brain teasers, adventure, and suspense.

I loved this book because of the excitement Berlin produces through eleven year old Winston, an amazing puzzle solver and loyal friend. I liked the way the story unfolds, unleashing all the appropriate elements to the heart pounding story Eric attempts. Though I have not read The Puzzling World of Winston Breen, I am sure he crafted a good sequel, because I, certainly loved this book. It is one of the best books I ever read and I would give The Potato Chip Puzzles 5 golden stars.

I was really surprised at the end when Winston uncovers who is really cheating. I would recommend this book for anyone who loves puzzles, ages 6-20, but anybody that read The Potato Chip Puzzles would love it.