INTERMEDIATE FICTION
Nicholson, Simon

The Magician's Fire

(4) 4-6 Young Houdini series. In 1880s New York City, young Harry Houdini performs magic tricks with his best friends Arthur and Billie. When Harry's mentor, an elderly magician, vanishes under suspicious circumstances, the trio works to uncover the truth. The plot moves briskly, despite some forced lessons about respecting friendship, and most readers will enjoy the combination of stage magic, detective work, and camaraderie.

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