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Grade 7–10—The teenage descendant of Sir Lancelot featured in The Extraordinary Adventures of Alfred Kropp (2005) and Alfred Kropp: The Seal of Solomon (2007, both Bloomsbury) returns for another adventure. Alfred has died and been restored to life, is looked after by Archangel Michael, and can heal others with his blood. He is trying to live a normal life with his legal guardian, the former Operative Nine (top agent) of OIPEP (Office of Inter-dimensional Paradoxes and Extraordinary Phenomenon). When Samuel is shot in a surprise attack, Alfred pursues the perpetrator and an intense chase leads to the death of several police officers. The teen is arrested and placed in a psych ward. He is soon offered a deal by OIPEP's new Op-Nine, Nueve: they will help him escape if he gives them the Seal of Solomon. Can Alfred trust OIPEP? Who is trying to kill him? And what is the thirteenth skull? Fast paced from start to finish, with numerous chase scenes (by car, horse, and other means), flying bullets, betrayals, and more, this is a great book for action fans and reluctant readers. However, though Alfred briefly summarizes previous events, kids will want to read the other titles first to best follow the plot.—Samantha Larsen Hastings, West Jordan Public Library, UT
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Alfred Kropp lost—then found—the legendary sword Excalibur. Then he defeated King Paimon, arguably the nastiest of demons ever to roam the earth. What could possibly be in store for him now? Plenty. Not only is a dangerous new enemy tracking Alfred’s every move, even the people who have sworn to protect him no longer seem trustworthy. Who, or what, is "Sofia," and is there a connection between Sofia and the mysterious Thirteen Skull? The reluctant hero who has always narrowly avoided death may not be getting out of this adventure alive. Just right for fans of Alex Rider and Stephen King, this third installment in Rick Yancey’s acclaimed series is a compulsive page turner readers won’t soon forget.

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Reading level: Young Adult
Hardcover: 304 pages
Publisher: Bloomsbury USA Children's Books; 1st edition (June 24, 2008)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1599901145
ISBN-13: 978-1599901145
Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.6 x 1.1 inches
Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)

Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (4 customer reviews)

Amazon.com Sales Rank: #136,056 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Best Youth Fantasy Ever, July 14, 2008

By	Railrho (Boston, MA) - See all my reviews

I'd give it six stars if I could.

My wife, myself and my son eagerly follow Kropp's adventures with every book. We listened to the first book on audio in a camp in the woods and were mesmerized: Nobody blends fantasy and real life better than Rick Yancey, the series' author.

Yancey's spare, action-packed prose is ALWAYS riveting. The books in the series (this one included) DON'T follow a formula, with unexpected plot twists in almost every chapter. And the character development of the main protagonist is of a depth rarely seen in fantasy novels.

I've read that the first book is slated to be a Warner Brother's movie. I certainly hope so. It's the best adventure-fantasy series that we've ever encountered. (And my son reads a LOT of fantasy).

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5.0 out of 5 stars Courtesy of Teens Read Too, June 24, 2008

By	TeensReadToo.com "Eat. Drink. Read. Be Merrier." (All Over the US & Canada) - See all my reviews

Meeting Alfred Kropp in THE EXTRAORDINARY ADVENTURES OF ALFRED KROPP really was extraordinary! Then I eagerly read THE SEAL OF SOLOMON, wondering what could surpass the thrill of Alfred first stealing, then losing, and then recovering Excalibur, King Arthur's sword. The author, Rick Yancey, didn't let the reader down. Alfred was forced to fight demons! So, naturally, I couldn't wait to read THE THIRTEENTH SKULL!

I've rated this book Grades 6+, as I have his first two titles, but with a caveat. Mr. Yancey pulls no punches when describing the violence and clear danger Alfred faces. I do not doubt that younger readers will devour the Alfred Kropp books, but parents will want to use their discretion.

Mr. Yancey doesn't even let the reader get good and comfy in their favorite reading chair before relentlessly yanking them to the proverbial edge of their seat. The first chapter starts with a bang - literally. A truck blows up beneath Alfred's new penthouse suite window, on the 30th floor of Samson Towers. In short order, one man is shot and Alfred is fighting for his life with his attacker. Soon the two are racing to the ground floor, one by express elevator, the other by parachute. And Mr. Yancey's not done yet. There's still a police car to commandeer, complete with the surprised officer at the wheel, a car chase through city streets, and yet another explosion.

Once again Alfred is sucked back into the OIPEP. But can he trust the new Operative Nine? What about the beautiful new field agent? And who is trying to kill Alfred, and more importantly, why?

First it was Excalibur, then the Seal of Solomon. Both times he nearly lost his life. Now it's the Thirteenth Skull. Alfred knows that this time it will be different. Samuel, the former Operative Nine and now Alfred's guardian, is not reassuring. Alfred must find out what the Thirteenth Skull is. The clock is ticking and Alfred knows his time is about up.

I absolutely will not tell you more. You MUST, MUST, MUST go buy THE THIRTEENTH SKULL. But only after you buy and read his first two titles, as this series is best read in order. Mr. Yancey has created a cast of characters equal to the Alex Rider series by Anthony Horowitz. I can't wait to see Alfred Kropp's adventures on the big screen!

Reviewed by: Cana Rensberger

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5.0 out of 5 stars realistic-yet-bad-a** fantasy, August 19, 2008

By	Allsold (St. Louis, MO USA) - See all my reviews

I hardly ever do this, but I just have to comment on this book.
The main character, Alfred Kropp is my favourite fantasy 'hero' so far. His numerous unhero-like flaws make him a much more realistic (and likeable) character.
Lead character aside, the plot(and all the twists in it) was PRETTY amazing. Never having a clue WHAT the next stunt being pulled would be, WHO was responsible, or most importantly, WHY ON EARTH the charcters found it necessary to do certain stuff,completely worked for this book.
The action bits in this book were so bad-a**. If I were to give the books age ratings, the first would be a '12', the second a 'PG-13', and the this one (at least) a '15'.
It would be awesome if Kropp was made into movies because I would definetly like to see the 'decaying'-Kropp from book 2, and the 'killer'-Kropp in this one.
I was SO happy when I got this book, but really upset when I was done, 'cause Lord KNOWS I need to read a sequel to this ^_^.

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