brblaundry's review against another edition
4.0
We listened to this as an audio book for longer car trips. It definitely made us want to get back on the road to hear what happens next. Magic Misfits was an average YA magical caper/heist story, but NPH's narration stole the show! Breaking the fourth wall with pep-talks and magic lessons as well as doing all of the voices. Worth it for that alone. We're going to be continuing the series, and sticking to audio books as well.
anxietee9's review against another edition
3.0
VERY heavy on the Series of Unfortunate Events influences but ultimately cute. Listen to the audiobook for NPH perfection.
peachani's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
Content Warnings
Minor: Death of parent, Physical abuse, Violence, Abandonment, Child abuse, Classism, and Grief
dmg95's review against another edition
5.0
This is such a cute and involved book. Not only do you get a wonderful adventure but you also get a series of secrets and puzzles and you learn a few magic tricks along the way! Definitely a cute and fast read as an adult, and I KNOW I would've enjoyed this book just as much growing up (it actually reminded me of some of my favorite reads growing up!)
literatehedgehog's review against another edition
2.0
There's an audience for quirky, self-aware kids books (see Lemony Snicket), but it's not me. I kept waiting for it to be more than magic tricks and tongue in cheek narration and smarm, but it didn't happen. I've heard some kids love the style and the hint of puzzles, and though.
sofiacostalima's review against another edition
I love NPH and I absolutely loved this book! It's a really cute story and I'm looking forward to next stories. Plus, The Other Mr. Vernon is SO David that my heart almost melted!
raechsreads's review against another edition
4.0
Magic or tricks? That is Carter's question when he enters the town, Mineral Wells, and sees the acts in the sideshow and meets a magician. He discovers the true magic in tricks with the help of his new friends.
ellanettie's review against another edition
4.0
[3.7/5 stars]
I wish I had this book, like, 7 years ago
I wish I had this book, like, 7 years ago