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Book Synopsis'A writer of comic genius - he has something of Roald Dahl's magic, but more heart' - Sunday Telegraph
No matter how big the show – family, friendship and adventure shine through in The Wonder Brothers by multi-award-winning author Frank Cottrell-Boyce, illustrated throughout by Steven Lenton.
Cousins Middy and Nathan love magic. The on-stage, cape-swirling, bunny-out-of-a-hat kind.
For Middy, it’s all about patience and practice. She uses magic skills to help her out of tricky situations.
Nathan is a show-off and a total danger magnet, he is drawn to the sensation, spectacle and audience.
So when the famous Blackpool Tower dramatically vanishes the night of the Grand Lights Switch-On, showman Nathan announces live on TV that they will magic it back home.
With a stick of rock, a spangly cape, and a bit of misdirection, they end up lost in Las Vegas, home to the grand master of illusion, Perplexion, ‘Legend of Magic’.
Full of tricks, twists and deceptions, the delightful Nathan and Middy will keep you guessing until the very end.
Trade ReviewThis book is funny, surprising and full of the wisdom behind the principles of conjuring, including misdirection, secret-keeping, awakening love and hope in the audience. It’s so ingenious and entertaining it makes you wonder how on earth Frank Cottrell-Boyce does it. * The Sunday Times *
The Wonder Brothers is comedy gold . . . Cottrell-Boyce is an enchanter himself, and any story by him is guaranteed to get 9+ readers feverishly turning the pages. * The New Statesman *
The glittering lights of Blackpool provide the backdrop for this exuberant bucket-full of fun . . . A wonder indeed, with a brilliant ringmaster controlling the action. * The Daily Mail *
A laugh-out-loud writer * Guardian *
The story zips along with all the heart and humour fans have come to expect of Frank Cottrell-Boyce.. pure entertainment * The Times *
Filled with love, magic, glitter, laughter, adventure and fun, this is the perfect story for every little adventure seeker this summer. * Mini Travellers *
This is a wild, wacky and wonderful story. * The Week Junior (Book of the Week) *
Frank Cottrell-Boyce’s writing is as funny as ever and this book is full of laughs and capers. * Just Imagine *
This is a magical story that will keep readers turning the pages trying to discover the truth behind the curtain. * Children's Books Ireland *
Funny and surprising, this book uses the principles of conjuring, including misdirection, secret-keeping and awakening hope in the audience. It’s magic. * The Times Best Books of the Year *
