Back at it again, Paul Hallas — the guy behind the best-sellers Small But Deadly and the Mindful Mentalism series — has dropped his latest gem: a collection of his top effects from the last quarter-century (yes, really, 25 years—he's practically vintage now). This isn’t just a rehash; you’ll find a mix of routines that have graced the pages of rare booklets and obscure magazines, some that’ve never seen the light of day, and a few that were launched as marketed effects. And if you thought you recognised some of them, you might be right—he’s sprinkled in new insights and tweaks that’ll make you rethink them (and possibly your entire life).
Expect a delightful cocktail of close-up and mentalism routines, with over 50 tricks to keep your hands busy and your audience guessing. The close-up magic is largely card-based, but there are a couple of coin tricks to keep things shiny. Plus, there’s a cheeky essay on strolling magic that’s worth a gander, along with a no-nonsense list of the best effects for when you’re mingling with the crowd (because who doesn’t want to pull a rabbit out of their hat at a party?).
