The Self-Working Trick (and other stories)

The Self-Working Trick (and other stories)

by John Gaspard
Publication Date: 01/02/2022

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More Twisty, Tricky Tales and Mysteries to enjoy with Eli Marks


2022 Winner of Best Adult Fiction Award from the Minnesota Library Foundation.


It’s just one thing after another for magician Eli Marks: The bizarre death of a barista. Performing close-up magic at a funeral. A homicidal husband looking for ideas. An unexpected customer encounter. An impossible stabbing during a show. A Halloween murder. A life-changing magic lesson. A mystifying murder/suicide. A puzzling jewel heist and an even odder painting theft. And more!


A dozen new Eli Marks short stories (ten never-before published). Which means you now have a dozen more reasons to spend some quality time with Eli Marks.


Grab your copy and jump into Eli Marks’ world today!


★★★★★


Readers and critics LOVE the Eli Marks Mystery Series.


“It’s full of magic, mystery, danger and misdirection, as a good magic trick should be. I love this cozy mystery series, a thoroughly delightful read.”—Sweet Mystery Books


"An intriguing cross between noir and cozy, with fascinating details about magic tricks and plenty of quirky characters. An easy, enjoyable read for mystery buffs seeking a bit of an escape from the usual crime fiction fare."—Library Journal


“Before I had even finished the first chapter I had fallen in love with Eli. He is intelligent, sensitive, witty and, suddenly, the main suspect in a series of murders…well written, fast paced and exciting.”—The Frugal Mennonite


“The deftly-plotted mystery is enriched by Eli’s relationships with his ex-wife, her new husband, his old-school stage magician Uncle Harry, and an interesting collection of people and places in and around St. Paul…This stylish novel is filled with interesting details, snappy dialogue, and appealing characters.”—More Than a Review


“This story is very well written and fun to read. I would definitely read another Eli Marks Mystery!” —A Simple Taste for Reading


★★★★★

ISBN:
1230005303984
1230005303984
Category:
Crime & mystery
Publication Date:
01-02-2022
Language:
English
Publisher:
Albert's Bridge Books

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