by Neil Patrick Harris (Author) Kyle Hilton (Illustrator)
From award-winning actor Neil Patrick Harris comes the magical second book in the New York Times bestselling Magic Misfits series--with even more tricks up its sleeve.
Growing up in an orphanage, Leila was bullied for being different. She turned her hardship into skill by becoming an escape artist--a valuable trait when you belong to a group of magical best friends. But when a famous psychic comes to town, Leila and her pals can't escape the big mystery heading their way. Whether chasing mad monkeys or banishing ghosts from haunted hotels, these six friends will do their best to keep their home of Mineral Wells safe--but can they protect themselves?
Join the Magic Misfits as they discover adventure, friendship, and more than a few hidden secrets in this delightful new series. Whether you're a long-time expert at illusion or simply a new fan of stage magic, hold onto your top hat!
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The recap of the first novel is helpful, but interjected magic-trick instructions break the narrative flow. A heartfelt sequel that primes audiences for the next installment. (Fiction. 8-12).
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This show is just getting started. HIGH-DEMAND BACKSTORY: It’s no trick: the first book in this series was a best-seller, and a big publisher push reveals this is expected to be every bit as popular.
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