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Kylie the Magnificent

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A true magician never reveals their secrets or takes "you can't" as an answer.

Fourteen-year-old Kylie really wants to be a part of the magician's showcase. The problem is, the director has already decided that, because she's a girl, Kylie would be better off assisting a magician rather than doing her own routine. Determined to prove him wrong, Kylie decides to team up with her friend Min to secure a spot in the show. But while working on their act, Kylie loses sight of what it means to be a good friend. Tired of being mistreated, Min leaves and teams up with another magician. Will Kylie and Min make up in time to bring their act to the stage?

This short novel is a high-interest, low-reading level book for middle-grade readers who are building reading skills, want a quick read or say they don't like to read!

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    • School Library Journal

      October 2, 2021

      Gr 3-5-Kylie wants a spot in the magic club's talent show. She's good at magic, but she excels in comedic timing and stage presence. Unfortunately, the director thinks that girls work best as lovely assistants. Kylie's best friend, Min, is an amazing magician, but due to worries about his Korean accent, he struggles at the showmanship required for a great performance. Kylie hopes that if they work on an act together, she can show the director that girls are more than just a prop. Unfortunately, in her drive to prove she's a star, Kylie fails to listen to Min and to what he wants out of the show, causing him to withdraw at the last moment. Chan deftly turns the everyday tensions of friendship issues and the magic show into a fast-moving plot without veering into melodrama. Kylie's strong and relatable narrative voice does a lot to drive the story, showing readers how she steamrolls over Min's feelings and comfort levels. Kylie is of Chinese descent. VERDICT A strong choice for reluctant readers who are looking for an accessible, realistic read about friendship and working through differences.-Jennifer Rothschild, Arlington Cty. P.L., VA

      Copyright 2021 School Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.

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  • OverDrive Read
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Languages

  • English

Levels

  • ATOS Level:3.6
  • Lexile® Measure:490
  • Interest Level:4-8(MG)
  • Text Difficulty:0-2

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