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The Magic Misfits: The Second Story
The Magic Misfits: The Second Story | Neil Patrick Harris
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From award-winning actor Neil Patrick Harris comes the magical second book in the NY Times bestselling series with even more tricks up its sleeve! Growing up in an orphanage, Leila was bullied for being different. But she turned her hardship into skill by becoming an escape artist--a valuable trait when belonging to a group of magical best friends. When a famous psychic comes to town, however, Leila and her pals won't be able to escape the big mystery heading their way. Whether chasing mad monkeys or banishing ghosts from haunted hotels, these six friends will do their best to keep Mineral Wells safe--but can they still protect themselves in the process? Join the Magic Misfits as they discover adventure, friendship, and more than a few hidden secrets in this delightful new series. Whether you're a new fan of stage magic or a longtime expert at illusion, Magic Misfits is sure to delight even more than sawing your assistant in half! ...have more questions? I thought you might. Here are some answers: WHERE? A sleepy town in New England and the magic shop there, run by the friendly but mysterious Dante Vernon--the gang's caped and top-hatted mentor. WHO? Carter, who makes cards and coins vanish. Leila, who escapes from trunks and straitjackets. Theo, who levitates with the aid of his violin bow. Ridley, who invents and transforms everyday objects. And of course twins Olly and Izzy, who make everyone laugh. WHY? Because together, these six Magical Misfits will discover adventure, friendship, and the town's long-hidden secrets. (Psst. Hey, you! Yes, YOU! Congratulations on reading this far down. As a reward, I'll let you in on a little secret....This book isn't just a book. It's a treasure trove of secrets and ciphers and codes and even tricks. Keep your eyes peeled and you'll discover more than just a story--you'll learn how to make your own magic!)
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MandaMT
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Another fun audiobook from NPH! This one focuses on Leila, the Vernon‘s daughter. When a fortune teller comes to town Leila is in awe. Soon mysterious things start happening around the Grand Oak Resort. The Misfits must determine how much of it is caused by the fortunate teller and if they can trust her.

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nelehelen
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Another great story from NPH filled with mystery, drama and of course magic! I actually enjoyed this more than the first one. The story had enough layers to the story and kept me engaged as I flew through this.

Also, book 1 done for Dewey‘s #readathon! I had a late start this morning and I had 🏊‍♀️ and 🏌️‍♀️ class the morning, so trying to make up for lost time now. 🤓

#deweysreadathon

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GlassAsDiamonds
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And another one.... does anyone who has read this understand why they‘d feel the need to slap a warning label on a middle grade???? 🤦🏻‍♀️🤦🏻‍♀️🤦🏻‍♀️🤦🏻‍♀️

AkashaVampie violence or sexual warning maybe? 5y
Megabooks Because NPH has gay cooties?? (I don‘t actually believe this, but some parents are different in their opinions.) (edited) 5y
Soubhiville Huh, that‘s weird. 5y
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LibrarianRyan Now I have to do research because I have to know why this was done. Where was this at. 5y
LibrarianRyan Just did a bit of research. Even common sense Media gives it a 4 star and they are one of the most conservative review services there is. However, I did find the book on my Queer inclusive book lists.

Still curious where you saw this at?
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GlassAsDiamonds @LibrarianRyan Kinokuniya Singapore - their flagship store. What I found especially odd was that they hadn‘t tagged the first book in the series, only the second. It is possible it‘s because of NPH, homosexual sex is still technically illegal in Singapore but I was hoping not. 5y
GlassAsDiamonds @Megabooks seems like that‘s more and more likely 🤦🏻‍♀️🤦🏻‍♀️🤦🏻‍♀️ (well, him or maybe one of the characters?). 5y
GlassAsDiamonds @LibrarianRyan yeah. I was hoping there was something in it to warrant the label (mysticism or *something* but it‘s sounding less and less like that‘s likely to be so 🤦🏻‍♀️😭).Is there an LGBTQA+ character? (edited) 5y
CarolynM @Megabooks That was the first thing I thought too. Bet they don't stock Armistead Maupin or Alan Hollinghurst at all, @GlassAsDiamonds 🙄 5y
GlassAsDiamonds @CarolynM now I‘m going to need to look ... 😂🤦🏻‍♀️😂 At least they do stock these I suppose but sheesh. They do NOT stock the William Gibson anthology that includes the Wired article that got Gibson and Wired banned from publication here in the 90‘s but I did rather think sexual preference of an author rather beyond needing a parental warning... even here. 5y
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Michollio
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Another cute book for this series. I like the stories and I'm sure the tricks and hidden codes keep kids entertained for hours.

LibrarianRyan Ibook 3 is out next month. 5y
Michollio @LibrarianRyan I didn't know that. Thanks! 5y
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BookishMarginalia
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Cute and fun middle school novel

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SamanthaMarie
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Jonathan's fever broke early this morning!! 🙌🏻🙆🏼‍♀️ he is a whole new boy. But now I'm a little more sick than yesterday so definitely another bed day. Starting Neil Patrick Harris' second installment of his kid lit series. I really enjoyed the first one! I love how his personality shines through in his writing. He's a great narrator.

Cinfhen So sad when the little ones aren‘t feeling well but equally tough when u get what they have 6y
Velvetfur I'm glad little one is feeling better but sorry to hear you're not *hugs* 6y
SamanthaMarie @Cinfhen Yes!! It makes for a few very long days. Thankfully he is generally good natured and pretty independent but I'll still have to manage getting him food and such haha! 6y
SamanthaMarie @Velvetfur Thank you so much!! His was 24 hours so fingers crossed for me. :) 6y
Crazeedi @SamanthaMarie I'm so sorry to hear you're now not feeling well! Jonathan is such a cutie! Stay in touch, a note on the way this week 6y
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jfalkens
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Andrew65 Well done, and especially on finishing three books. 🙌👍😊 6y
jfalkens @Andrew65 thank you 😊 6y
BeansPage Awesome sweetie! You're doing great!👏🏻 6y
Alwaysbeenaloverofbooks Hey!! Where are you! I hope everything is ok! ❤️❤️❤️ 6y
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jfalkens
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#ReadInTheNewYear #ReadingBuddies @hermyknee
Unpictured is my husband and 2 more cats next to me and 2 turtles and a plant in the same room 😊
#Pickle #catsoflitsy #petsoflitsy

WanderingBookaneer Cat is cute, but I was underwhelmed by the book. 6y
Eyelit Cutie kitty! 6y
wanderinglynn Aw! ❤️🐱 6y
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TheWintergarden What an adorable pudding💜😍 6y
ReadingisMyPassion As the fireworks e plods one of my cats is sleeping soundly on my leg. 6y
jfalkens @WanderingBookaneer @wanderinglynn @Eyelit @TheWintergarden thanks 😽 @ReadingisMyPassion she's scared of the fireworks so she keeps glancing nervously at the window trying to decide if she should go hide 6y
ReadingisMyPassion That how my other cat is. He is on the floor near me ready to slink away if I look nervous. 6y
jfalkens @ReadingisMyPassion my other two cats are unaffected by the noice 6y
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jfalkens
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This pictures old but this is my library and where I usually read #ReadInTheNewYear #BookNook @hermyknee
Also I hit 8 hours and 13 mins for #24B42019 @TheReadingMermaid @Andrew65

hermyknee Woohoo!!! 6y
CoffeeNBooks Wow! What a lovely reading area!! 6y
Andrew65 Love it! 👍😊 6y
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jfalkens @CoffeeNBooks @Andrew65 thank you 😊 it's one of my favorite rooms in our house 😊📚 6y
ReadingisMyPassion Looks comfy 6y
Ruthiella Comfy chair: CHECK; Good lighting: CHECK; Table for sundries: CHECK; Books near by: CHECK!!!😀 The perfect reading spot! ❤️ 6y
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jfalkens
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I just had tater tots but forgot to take a picture so here's the cough drops I'm having now #ReadInTheNewYear #NewYearsEats @hermyknee
I'm also starting the tagged book now for #24B42019 @TheReadingMermaid @Andrew65

pocketmermaid Tator tots! 😍 6y
Andrew65 Hope they help! 😊👍 6y
Lreads I hope you feel better soon! 6y
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jfalkens @QuietlyLaura thank you 😊 6y
jfalkens @Andrew65 thank you 😊 6y
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jfalkens
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#ReadInTheNewYear #currentlyreading @hermyknee After dinner, I'll be starting the tagged book which was a Christmas present from my husband. I haven't read all day or yesterday as I got sick and was resting. So my total for #24B42019 is at 7 1/2 hours. @TheReadingMermaid @Andrew65

Andrew65 Still got one day tomorrow if you want to add to that total. Hope you are feeling better soon and wishing you a great 2019 🥳🥳🥳🥳 6y
jfalkens @Andrew65 thank you 😊 I hope to get some reading in tonight 🤞 Hope you have a wonderful new year 🎉🎊🎉🎊 6y
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SassenachTheBookWizard
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Why does Neil Patrick Harris have to hit me in the feels?! This is really such a wonderfully diverse and magical series and I would highly recommend it for anyone wanting same sex parents and/or adopted family dynamic. The characters are so freaking fun and the magic lessons are such a fun idea

Paula3 The audio was fantastic!! 6y
thevictoriousone That looks adorable! 6y
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SassenachTheBookWizard
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Getting some reading done before work

Jee_HookedOnBookz I love the cute cover! 6y
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ShananigansReads
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⭐️⭐️⭐️💫

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KelliJo
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Started this with my kiddos tonight. We really love these characters!

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ShananigansReads
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I hate to say I‘m not as enamored with this volume as the last one but I‘m going to stick it out. #AmReading #AmListening

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LibrarianRyan
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Dang there were a LOT of new MG books this week. This is just a bunch of fun.

Out Now
#coverlove #MGedition

jpmcwisemorgan I think he was here in Austin this week! 6y
jpmcwisemorgan I didn‘t get to see him. I think I knew he was coming but I didn‘t pay attention and it was too late by the time I realized. I need to do a better job paying attention to authors coming to Austin! 6y
LibrarianRyan @jpmcwisemorgan no body comes here. I have to go to Chicago to see authors. We do occasionally get them in St. Louis but it‘s still a drive. 6y
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LibrarianRyan
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Yeah baby!

September 26

#CoverLove #MGedition

Booksblanketsandahotbeverage Super cute ❤️ 7y
ErikasMindfulShelf My daughter loved the first one. 7y
LibrarianRyan @irre I still have that to read. I won it in a box from Little Brown for Halloween. 7y
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