An Artificial Test (Volume 8) (The Math Kids, 8)

With their vacation plans and the safety of London at risk, the Math Kids are in for their most complex

case yet!

After a tough end to the school year, the Math Kids—Jordan, Justin, Stephanie, and Catherine—take a

jet to London for an exciting summer vacation. But between exploring the city and seeing the sights,

they're quickly drawn into investigations of terrorist activity.

Authorities are on high alert because of threats to landmarks across the city. But there's something odd

about the messages. Working alongside Bobby, a police officer tasked with being their trip guide, the

kids must uncover the true purpose of a mysterious online message board or risk being sent home

early.

This brain-teasing math mystery will be a hit with kids eager to solve puzzles with the characters. -- Booklife

Finalist for the Foreword INDIES Book of the Year Awards

David Cole has been interested in math since he was a very young boy. He pursued degrees in math and computer science and has shared this love of math at many levels, including teaching at the college level, coaching elementary math teams, and running a summer math camp. He also has a love of writing and has written a number of plays that have been performed. The Math Kids was born of a desire to combine his interests and exercise both sides of his brain at the same time.

Shannon O'Toole has been illustrating children's books since 2018. Originally a figurative painter, Shannon has been exploring new ways to tell stories through her art. Her artistic practices are inspired by the many unique characters and people in her life. In addition to her work in children's books, Shannon is an elementary school teacher. When she is not painting, she can be found drinking coffee, watching classic movies and exploring new recipes in her kitchen. Shannon lives and works outside of Toronto, Ontario, Canada.