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Website

Does anyone think it's necessary to add the website content to this? A major part of The 39 Clues is the website. Only 10 clues are given from the books, therefore, the remaining 29 clues will be achieved thru the cards and the website. Maybe sections such as My Profile, My Cards, The Game, Cahill Website, etc. Thoughts?? Jmpresto (talk) 01:01, 19 September 2008 (UTC)[reply]

Even though it is unlikely, more than one clue may be discovered in the next book, so it may be possible that more clues will be revealed from the books. But I think that it might be important to add a short summary for every section of the website. If anybody wanted any more information, they could always check the website itself.Jimbrock (talk) 20:34, 14 February 2009 (UTC)[reply]

Why can't "the hunt is about Hope," quote be about the Hope diamond, which the mission following that book is all about, and about Hope cahill? they seem to fit both, but eveytime i change it to both someone changes it back. Is there something i'm missing? If not the other person need to stop changing it back and saying it is not about the hope diamond. Ldtruck82193 —Preceding undated comment added 17:05, 10 November 2009 (UTC).[reply]

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Rumors?

In the Cahill section, it says that "It is rumored that Amy Cahill is an Ekaterina" and "It is rumored that Dan Cahill is a Tomas". What are these rumors? Where did they originate? They should have a source rather than just some speculation. Were these 'rumors' just the opinion of a reader, becuase I for one have never heard about these 'rumors'. Jimbrock (talk) 20:34, 14 February 2009 (UTC)[reply]

I agree, I think it is only safe to hypothesize that Grace Cahill is a Ekaterina because of the dragons on her necklace and her rug. I see no reason to "rumor" that Amy and Dan are any branch simply bcause their is no strong evidence Amy and Dan have skill sets outside of the norm of the other branches

If there are rumors about Amy being a Ekaterina and Dan being a Ekaterina, Lucian or Tomas, why would they be from different branches if they are brother and sister? They should be from the same branch, right? Albertdaniel222 (talk) 08:24, 4 April 2009 (UTC)[reply]

Well the founders of the branches were related right?76.238.30.225 (talk) 02:25, 23 August 2009 (UTC)MayB[reply]

About the Clues

NO ONE must put the clues here. It spoils the readers and fans (such as myself). No one put this again. Albertdaniel222 (talk) 13:26, 25 April 2009 (UTC)[reply]

Actually, Albertdaniel222, that is pretty much opposite to Wikipedia policy. This is an encyclopedia for facts, not a fan site. This issue was discussed long ago, and the decision was that editors can't start concealing things because they believe it would "spoil it". Someone who comes to Wikipedia should expect an uncensored description.

This makes sense for several reasons, when you consider. What is a spoiler for one person is not the same as for someone else. I remember reading one movie review that described a "Star Wars" film as George Lucas' "dirtiest trick". I immediately guessed what the dirty trick was, and I was quite annoyed that the movie had been spoiled for me. The points are these: If I didn't want to know about the movie before I watched it, I shouldn't have been reading the review. If the reviewer avoided writing *anything* that *might* spoil it for me, then...they probably couldn't write much of anything at all. (This happened to me just yesterday, I was editing the article for Spock, and was annoyed that someone had described his role in the new movie.) Well...I shouldn't have given into temptation. It wasn't Wikipedia's fault. Regards, Piano non troppo (talk) 23:08, 15 May 2009 (UTC)[reply]

Yes, yes. Well, will ANYONE put this "descriptions" again? Albertdaniel222 (talk) 05:14, 16 May 2009 (UTC)[reply]

There s a video trailer that you can find on youtube. if you watch carefully, you can see the ekat sign with amy's anme under it, and dan's name under the tomas sign.

henhen —Preceding unsigned comment added by 24.12.243.14 (talk) 22:44, 27 June 2009 (UTC)[reply]

Worst Literature Article Ever Written

I was just curious about this book, so I peeked at this article. I was surprised- it seems to be written by a kid! 124.106.9.55 (talk) 13:53, 25 April 2009 (UTC)[reply]

Reminds me of doing my "homework" and reading an Animorph book by K. A. Applegate. I thought, "I could write one of these in three weeks!" Then I read an interview. Turns out she writes 'em in two. Ha, ha, ha.

I read parts of a couple books in The 39 Clues series, and wasn't particularly shocked at the writing. (I did note that the number of pages is dropping considerably as the series goes on, while the price is not.) Perhaps you aren't in the target audience? At any rate, to criticize in the Wiki article itself, find a reliable source, and quote a sentence from there, with citation. Piano non troppo (talk) 22:56, 15 May 2009 (UTC)[reply]

it was writen by a kid because it is a childrens book and mostly children play the game and by the way, and to the next person and mabye your to old to read these books or too stupid to injoy them and finnally to the lant person you have to read the whole book to injoy it

It is a pretty terrible article. Really poorly written.

THE 39 CLUES

Why is there 39 clues? Will you make a movie of the 39 clues? —Preceding unsigned comment added by 199.126.189.166 (talk) 16:16, 25 April 2009 (UTC)[reply]

Cards

I think that this section should be split into a new article. This section is already long, but it is going to get a lot longer. There is a lot more information that can be added to the section, like describing how the cards look and what is on them. Also, another big chart that is a list of the cards in Card Pack 2 can be added right now. In the future, two more of these charts can be added for card packs 3 and 4. So this section will become very, very long. —Preceding unsigned comment added by Ag97 (talk • contribs) 14:48, 7 June 2009 (UTC)[reply]

Irina Spasky

She seems like the character to follow in the books. One moment trying to kill the children, and the next moment trying to save their lies. It is said that she had a son of her own who died after he was a toddler. Also, she recognized one of the men in the Black Circle (of which she is the creator of). In case anybody didn't notice, she shares the same middle name as Anastasia. Relation? To NRR? —Preceding unsigned comment added by 76.238.30.225 (talk) 02:29, 23 August 2009 (UTC)[reply]

Ok, First, it was she who died in In to Deep, so you v=cant follow her anymore. NRR is an only child, and has no other close family since they were assainated. The man was in the circle but not a part of it, he was probably there to protect Ammy and Dan, or destroy the clue after they found it. No i didnt notice the simularity to the middle names, but they are both russian, so that may explain that. Probably decended from the same child of Luke, and was that person's first name. —Preceding unsigned comment added by Ldtruck82193 (talk • contribs) 17:10, 10 November 2009 (UTC)[reply]

Relatives

Is it safe to speculate that people such as Ted Kennedy (JFK's younger brother) and Caroline Kennedy (JFK's daughter) are from the Tomas branch considering JFK is from that branch and that Roy Disney (Walt's brother) is from the Janus branch since Walt Disney is from this branch too. Technically they would be from those branches but i don't know if we should add them. if we do, we cannot add parents, grandparents, half-siblings, etc. because we don't know which parent is the Cahill. —Preceding unsigned comment added by Superchicken781 (talk • contribs) 00:40, 31 August 2009 (UTC)[reply]

Where Did You Hear That From?

I couldn't help but notice in the article it says that in book 7 that "it is belived they will visit a Tomas Stronghold" and about book 8 "It is said that Aunt Beatrice's detective wil find Amy and Dan". Says Who? Where did you hear this? I didn't een read that Aunt Beatrice has a detective! —Preceding unsigned comment added by Himboy484wikidude (talk • contribs) 23:16, 1 September 2009 (UTC) ---Didn't you read book one??? Their aunt had a detective after them as soon as the fire happened, and they ran off with their au pair!!! Fangride (talk) 04:33, 2 September 2009 (UTC)[reply]

The Secrets of Their Parents Past

The 1st video was supposed to come out yesterday! Why is it not up, and where was this information found? Also, if it is up, what is the link? Fangride (talk) 04:36, 2 September 2009 (UTC)[reply]

Response to Fangride's response on the "Where Did You Hear That From?" Section

Okay Fangride, respond to this and tell me what page it says that on. While you do that, I am going to find my lost copy of the first book. Should take 5 minutes. Okay, so tell me soon! Sincerely, Himboy484wikidude —Preceding unsigned comment added by Himboy484wikidude (talk • contribs) 00:43, 4 September 2009 (UTC)[reply]

-I believe after the fire, Nellie tells them about the detective... I'm not sure.

READ THE 39 CLUES SERIES NOW!!!!

The 39 clues is an amazing series, you never know what will happen next. Each book is written by a different author, and there are so many od twists and turns. Once you start reading, you won't be able to put it down! —Preceding unsigned comment added by 71.230.1.193 (talk) 22:17, 5 September 2009 (UTC)[reply]

Book 3

What happened. Wheres the section for book 3. Tennispro45 00:45, 7 September 2009 (UTC)

Its there. Section 4.3. Didn't you read the article? --Himboy484wikidude (talk) 15:08, 7 September 2009 (UTC)[reply]

Book seven

How can you not know the title of book seen? I thought it was end of days. Once the article said that.I checked it the next day and poof it wasn't there. I guess it isn't.End of days doesn't sound right too. I gess it isn't that. What is it? Rock on and keep reading the seires, 206.53.153.226 (talk) 00:29, 10 September 2009 (UTC)[reply]

MISSION 5 LATE SEPTEMBER

I believe Mission 5 says coming "Late September". SO IT'S GONNA COME OUT IN LATE SEPTEMBEr. When's That? NOW? Hmm... I'll go check.

Death of their parents.

10/9/09 Does anybody know how the Holts are involved in the deaths of Amy & Dan's parents? Don't bother arguing that they aren't, becuase it says so on the back of Card 90: Hamilton Holt. PS: Do any of you know basic english? I feel like I'm reading a 5-year old's handiwork. Also, please put the Clues section back.

     Thank you,
         Anonymous

The Holts where probably there the night before the fire, at least the dad was, with Isabel Kabra, Irina, and Alistar.

cahill

11/03/09 it turnes out that Cahill is a real family name. guess what they are from Ireland this is one of their crests [1] common variations of this name are O'Cahill Cahille Cahil Cahel etc.

--75.19.39.152 (talk) 00:29, 5 November 2009 (UTC) vinsoncahill[reply]

The 39 clues, Amy and Dan's branch.

Well, I think they are Madrigals. Because the man in black, (Madrigal) Always is either following Amy and Dan or is watching them. Plus I don't think it would be fair if Amy and Dan belong to one branch, because most of us aren't Madrigals. Right? —Preceding unsigned comment added by 71.70.185.91 (talk) 00:32, 6 December 2009 (UTC)[reply]

Noone has entered under the madigal branch that i know of, Madrigal or Janus are probably what Amy and Dan are. Friske, Grace's brother was a painter thus maybe a janus, also, Grace flew, a janus art. Nellie most likely seems janus for her flying, love of music, and the art of cooking, also. The Man in Black sounds like Friske though, so maybe they belong to both Janus and Madrigal. Desiended from Jane, but converted to madrigal. One problam is that amy and Dan's Dad, Auther Trent, sounds like a Tomas, not one of the stupid tomas either. Trent knew Holt, sounds like they were rivals in school or coladge or something.

Books and Charactures

My favorite book is The Sword Thief, and my favorite characture besides Amy, Dan, and Nellie are the Kabras and Alistair. Which one is yours?  —Preceding unsigned comment added by 71.70.185.91 (talk) 00:39, 6 December 2009 (UTC)[reply]