Final Thoughts

I hope you enjoyed the story of Amelia, Isaac, HEC, and the incorrigible Professor Grimmelore. I had too much fun writing about them and can’t wait to do so again! But even more, I hope you made some of the projects from this book.

When I was first discussing these projects with friends of mine, people told me, “These things might seem too hard for some people,” “Don’t you think that piece is a bit too intimidating?” and “Maybe you should dumb this down a little bit.” I was actually shocked at that last statement. I can’t imagine you would want something that’s been “dumbed down” for you or for anyone for whom you might buy this book. Making Mad Science should be just as much of an adventure as rescuing a missing uncle! I apologize ...

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