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The Magician’s Daughter

Book Synopsis

Discover the power of true magic in this funny, exciting, big-hearted story by Caryl Lewis, the award-winning author of Seed and The Magician’s Daughter. Perfect for boys and girls of 8 to 12. Illustrated throughout by George Ermos.

After one hilarious, disastrous magic show too many, Abby’s dad decides it’s time to give up showbiz. Until the day Abby finds a mysterious, dusty old book of spells among her mum’s things. Mum had always been the dazzling magician, after all. As Abby practises, each new spell brings wonder and joy, not only to Abby and her dad, but also to the whole community.

Nothing lasts forever, though, and after each public performance another spell vanishes from the book. So before the magic disappears forever, Abby and Dad plan one final, spectacular, impossible show . . .

Our Review Panel says...

Abby’s dad is a magician but his act hasn’t been going well and he thinks it’s time he got a ‘normal’ job. He starts working in a care home and Abby feels a bit lost without all the magic in their lives.‘The Magician’s Daughter’ is full of likeable and relatable characters and is a wonderful, heartwarming story about friendships and helping others. There are so many lovely messages in it, including the importance of being yourself and asking others for help when you need it. I thoroughly enjoyed Abby and her dad’s tale of magic, along with Abby’s best friend Myra and a whole host of other delightful characters. Such an uplifting story that lots of children will be able to relate to. Reading it felt like a little bit of magic!