A TRICKY KIND OF MAGIC
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Cooper is amazing at magic tricks. Card tricks, clever illusions—he can do them all. His dad, also known as the Great Eduardo, taught him the tricks of the magical trade before he passed away.
But the one thing Cooper can't do is see his dad again. So when a talking rabbit appears from his dad's top hat, and reveals there is a place where Cooper might still be able to find him, he jumps at the chance. Magic is about believing the impossible, after all. And Cooper desperately wants to believe that he can see his dad once more. But what—and who—is really waiting for them in the land where magic goes wrong?
Filled with humor and emotion, this is an action-packed graphic novel about finding magic when you need it the most.
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But the one thing Cooper can't do is see his dad again. So when a talking rabbit appears from his dad's top hat, and reveals there is a place where Cooper might still be able to find him, he jumps at the chance. Magic is about believing the impossible, after all. And Cooper desperately wants to believe that he can see his dad once more. But what—and who—is really waiting for them in the land where magic goes wrong?
Filled with humor and emotion, this is an action-packed graphic novel about finding magic when you need it the most.
Download activity pages for A Tricky Kind of Magic!
"A simple, heartfelt examination of grief after the loss of a parent."
-- Kirkus Reviews
"A promising and unique addition to juvenile graphic novel sections, perfect for kids looking for something reminiscent of Alice in Wonderland or for those trying to find a way to manage their own grief."
-- School Library Journal
"A heartfelt story about dealing with the loss of a loved one. The graphic novel format along with the magical elements will attract many young readers."
-- Always in the Middle
"The journey, it seems, isn't just a quest to return home; the path is seasoned with realizations about love, loss, acceptance, and family. ...this action-packed graphic novel is a lively story that will appeal to fans of the genre."
-- Children's Literature Comprehensive Database
“So touching! It broke and mended my heart. … So many cool, fun quotes. This might be my most quoted book!”
-- MJ Reads Magic