The Magic Misfits: The Minor Third

Name: The Magic Misfits: The Minor Third
Brand: Hachette Audio
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5 (2 reviews)
Author: Neil Patrick Harris
ISBN: 9781549123443

Author: Neil Patrick Harris

Series: Magic Misfits #3

Narrator: Tre Hall, Neil Patrick Harris

Unabridged: 5 hr 18 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Little, Brown Young Readers

Published: 09/10/2019

Categories: Children's Fiction, Fantasy Stories, Children's Humor, Children's Social Themes, Action & Adventure Stories, Toys, Dolls & Puppets

Includes: Bonus Material Bonus Material Included

Synopsis

The third magical book in the #1 New York Times bestselling Magic Misfits series from acclaimed and wildly popular celebrity Neil Patrick Harris!
Theo Stein-Meyer loves being part of the Magic Misfits. Armed with his trusty violin bow, he completes the team with his levitation skills, unflappable calm, and proper manners. But when a girl named Emily begins to spend time with the group, Theo is surprisingly drawn to her. She seems to understand the pull he feels between music and magic, between family and friends.
Then a famous ventriloquist arrives in town, and the Misfits are sure he (and his creepy dummy) are up to no good. With their mentor, Mr. Vernon, suddenly called away and tension simmering among the friends, can they come together to stop another member of the villainous Emerald Ring? It's time for Theo to make a choice about where--and with whom--he belongs.
Join the Magic Misfits as they discover adventure, friendship, and more than a few hidden secrets in this unique and surprising series. Whether you're a long-time expert at illusion or simply a new fan of stage magic, hold on to your top hat!

About Neil Patrick Harris

Neil Patrick Harris's stage credits include productions of Sweeney Todd, Romeo and Juliet, and Rent. On TV, he starred in Doogie Howser, M.D. and currently appears in How I Met Your Mother. His film work includes Clara's Heart, The Next Best Thing, and Starship Troopers.

Reviews

Goodreads review by aar.raj on January 06, 2020

It was kind of confusing and wasn't as interesting as the other books in the series.......more

Goodreads review by TraceyL on September 13, 2019

This is my favorite of the series so far. Very cute story with creepy ventriloquist dummies. Theo, one of the members of the Magic Misfits, gets his first crush. The group works together to solve a mystery, while also learning that friendships can take work to maintain, and they are going to have di......more

Goodreads review by C.P. on October 21, 2019

Another fun read in the Magic Misfits series. It wasn't fantastic, but it was enjoyable. I like the whimsical style and the acknowledgement that magic can be found anywhere, made by anyone. You just have to be looking for it. I'm honestly not sure where this story is going. I think there is only one......more

Goodreads review by CR on January 07, 2020

I loved this book from the first pages, it picked up where the last book left off. This one the kids find a dummy thats alive, which really creeped me out!! It made it even creepier because you never actually see the dummy move. He just disappears and reappears all of a sudden. The pacing was reall......more

Goodreads review by Katie on December 28, 2019

Probably my favorite out of the three. Still super fun but now there is more conflict and action. Really excited for the next book!......more

Quotes

Praise for The Magic Misfits: The Minor Third:

"Series fans will welcome the insight into Theo's life.... Illustrations and magic trick tutorials help break up the story's fraught moments as the Misfits puzzle out their latest case and endeavor to save their friendships."—Booklist

Praise for The Magic Misfits: The Second Story:"Acceptance, love, and understanding are at the heart of this novel, which features a diverse cast of child characters...the message that friendship helps children conquer adversity is a welcome one."—Kirkus Reviews

"Harris doles out humor, suspense, and sensitivity in equal measure."—School Library Journal

"Full of stage magic (including tricks for the reader to try), humor, andwitha great castof characters, this isjust as delightful as the first two books!"—The Barnes & Noble Kids Blog

"Neil Patrick Harris' new novel is packed with intrigue, villains, magic and a gang of rag-tag tween-aged protagonists."
—Here and Now, NPR

"The magic-themed tale reinforces the power of friendship and adventure."—Red Tricycle