Young Houdini: The Demon Curse is the second book in the electrifying Young Houdini series. New Orleans, 1886. When the city's mayor is struck down by a terrifying, unexplained illness, whispers of voodoo and demonic magic are everywhere. Could it be that the mayor is the victim of a deadly curse? Harry is about to find out. Along with his best friends Billie and Artie he will travel to the deep, dark heart of the Mississippi river, using his extraordinary skills to investigate the mystery. But evil forces are at work and soon Harry will face his most lethal challenge yet . . . can he unravel the truth before it's too late?
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The world's most famous magician. But before his name became legend, who was the young Harry Houdini? Find out in this epic reimagining of Harry's early life, in which he uses his extraordinary skills to investigate fiendish mysteries. In this adventure, Harry travels to New Orleans, uncovering a deadly plot along the way . . .
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Trickster, Magician, Daredevil: the legend begins.
The second explosive instalment in this high-concept mystery series (previous title Young Houdini: The Magician's Fire ISBN: 9780192734747). Jam-packed with incredible stunts and unbelievable escape tricks that are based on the real Houdini's most famous feats. Gripping, plot-driven, and phenomenally fast-paced - this is an accessible, unputdownable read. Film rights already sold. eBook available.
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Simon Nicholson grew up in London. He worked in theatre for a while, and then started to write, mainly for children. He has written plays, books, and over a hundred episodes of television series, and has been nominated for BAFTA and RTS awards. He lives in Winchester with his young family - and lots of books about Houdini.
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The second explosive instalment in this high-concept mystery series (previous title Young Houdini: The Magician's Fire ISBN: 9780192734747). Jam-packed with incredible stunts and unbelievable escape tricks that are based on the real Houdini's most famous feats. Gripping, plot-driven, and phenomenally fast-paced - this is an accessible, unputdownable read. Film rights already sold. eBook available.
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Produktdetaljer

ISBN
9780192734761
Publisert
2015
Utgiver
Vendor
Oxford University Press
Vekt
158 gr
Høyde
195 mm
Bredde
135 mm
Dybde
15 mm
Aldersnivå
JC, 02
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Heftet
Antall sider
224

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Simon Nicholson grew up in London. He worked in theatre for a while, and then started to write, mainly for children. He has written plays, books, and over a hundred episodes of television series, and has been nominated for BAFTA and RTS awards. He lives in Winchester with his young family - and lots of books about Houdini.