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241) The illusionist
Publisher
20th Century Fox Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2007], c2006
Language
English
Description
The acclaimed illusionist Eisenheim has not only captured the imaginations of all of Vienna, but also the interest of the ambitious Crown Prince Leopold. When Leopold's new fiancée rekindles a childhood fascination with Eisenheim, the Prince's interest evolves into obsession. Suddenly the city's Chief Inspector finds himself investigating a shocking crime. But even as the Inspector engages him in a dramatic challenge of wills, Eisenheim prepares...
242) Smokin' Aces
Publisher
Universal Studios Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
c2007
Language
English
Description
An FBI agent hunts for Las Vegas stand up comedian and illusionist Buddy 'Aces' Israel. Aces has decided to squeal on the mob but, before he heads off for protective custody, decides to go to the casinos at Lake Tahoe for one last good time, drawing a crowd of assassins. Now Aces will have to pull his greatest disappearing act before the assassins can get to him.
Publisher
Vertigo/DC Comics
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
"The human race is a vast herd--one that John Constantine separated himself from a long time ago. The lonely path he's taken since then hasn't been an easy one, but in the end it's probably been for the best. Given his notoriety as England's greatest street-level sorcerer, every tie that binds him to his fellow man is just another potential weapon for his infernal enemies to use against him. Self-sufficiency, however, can all too easily shade into...
244) The magicians' guild
Author
Series
Black magician trilogy volume 1
Publisher
Harper Voyager
Pub. Date
2013.
Language
English
Description
Each year the magicians of Imardin gather together to purge the city streets of vagrants, urchins and miscreants. Masters of the disciplines of magic, they know that no one can oppose them. But their protective shield is not as impenetrable as they believe.
Author
Series
Enduring flame volume 1
Publisher
Tor
Pub. Date
2007
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 6.5 - AR Pts: 20
Language
English
247) A midnight puzzle
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
"Secret Staircase Construction is under attack, and Tempest Raj feels helpless. After former client Julian Rhodes tried to kill his wife, he blamed her "accident" on the home renovation company's craftsmanship. Now the family business - known for bringing magic into homes through hidden doors, floating staircases, and architectural puzzle walls - is at a breaking point. No amount of Scottish and Indian meals from her grandfather can distract Tempest...
Author
Publisher
Editions Hervé Chopin
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
Français
Description
"Prague, 1939. Les Allemands envahissent la Tchécoslovaquie où se sont réfugiés Herbert Levin, sa femme et son fils pour fuir le régime nazi. Le magicien, qui se fait déjà appeler le " Grand Nivelli " est très vite remarqué par les dirigeants SS fascinés par le mysticisme et les sciences occultes. Léningrad, 1943. Le jeune soldat Francisco Latino combat pour Hitler au sein de la Division bleue espagnole. Ce légionnaire réputé pour sa...
249) Bunny magic!
Author
Publisher
Golden Books, an imprint of Random House Children's Books, a division of Random House LLC
Pub. Date
[2014]
Language
English
Description
Being a princess keeps Sofia the First pretty busy. So much so that Clover the rabbit feels left out and decides to hit the road with a traveling magician.
250) Negima!: 23
Author
Series
Negima! volume 23
Publisher
Del Rey
Pub. Date
c2009
Language
English
Description
"The great tournament that will decide the fate of Negi and his friends is fast approaching. Negi has no choice: he must become a great izard like his father-- and soon. For Negi will have to face his powerful nemesis, Fate Averruncus, and make a profound decision, one that will bring him victory or death!" -- p. [4] of cover.
Author
Series
Riftwar. Demonwar saga volume 2
Publisher
Eos
Pub. Date
c2010
Language
English
Description
The Conclave of Shadows battles the villainous sorcerer Belasco and his demon servants.
252) Winterlight
Author
Series
Green Rider series volume 7
Publisher
DAW Books, Inc
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
After King Zachary sends soldiers and Green Riders to defend a mountain pass, Karigan G'ladheon meets up with the riders and realizes that to become a true Green Rider she must overcome the losses of her past and use her abilities to defend Sacoridia.
Author
Publisher
Simon & Schuster
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
"An illustrated, illuminating history of magic from the world's greatest and most successful magician, capturing its most audacious and inventive practitioners, and showcasing the art form's most famous artifacts housed at David Copperfield's secret museum"--
Author
Series
Publisher
Scholastic Inc
Pub. Date
[2019]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.5 - AR Pts: 3
Language
English
Description
"Magic Club is supposed to be fun for Frankie Miller and his friends. But that pest, Ari Goodwyn is always ruining everyone's tricks. After a really embarrassing fail, Frankie wants revenge. When the legendary magician, Mystical Marvin, comes to town to perform his daring stunts, Frankie sees an opportunity to get even with Ari. There's only one problem: everything goes wrong. Can Frankie and his friends make things right? Or will the opportunity...
Author
Publisher
Candlewick Press
Pub. Date
2016.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Some girls are perfectly happy never doing anything out of the ordinary. But Addie was anything but ordinary. She longed for thrills and excitement! At a time when a young lady appearing onstage was considered most unusual, Addie defied convention and became a dancer. And when she married the world-famous magician Herrmann the Great, she knew she had to be part of his show. Addie wanted to shock and dazzle! She would do anything to draw the crowds,...
256) Wonka
Publisher
Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
Based on the extraordinary character at the center of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, the jewel in the Roald Dahl crown and one of the bestselling children's books of all time, Wonka tells the wondrous story of how the world's greatest inventor, magician, and chocolate maker became the beloved Willy Wonka we know today. This irresistibly vivid and inventive big-screen spectacle will introduce audiences to a young Willy Wonka, chock full of ideas...
Author
Series
Publisher
Gibbs Smith
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
"Introduce little ones to the beautiful art of ballet with this classic story. Share in the magic and fantasy of Tchaikovsky's beloved Swan Lake: meet the gallant prince, evil sorcerer, and beautiful girls under a terrible spell. My First Ballet Books encourage babies to Be Creative, Be Active, and Be Brilliant through the classic art of ballet."--Amazon.com
259) Now you see me
Publisher
Summit Entertainment
Pub. Date
2013.
Language
English
Description
An elite FBI squad in a game of cat and mouse against "The Four Horsemen", a super-team of the world's greatest illusionists. The Four Horsemen pull off a series of daring heists against corrupt business leaders during their performances, showering the stolen profits on their audiences while staying one step ahead of the law.
260) Merlin redux
Author
Series
Enchanter General volume 3
Publisher
Night Shade Books
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
"Sir Durwin must overcome a cloak-and-dagger plot to usurp the king in the final novel of the Enchanter General, a historical fantasy trilogy set in twelfth century England. King Henry is dead; Richard the Lionheart now rules England. The new king does not believe in magic, and is interested only in a crusade to recapture Jerusalem. But his crusade soon stalls, and while he is away, his brother, John, and his supposed ally, Philip of France, are conspiring...
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