Falsely accused of plotting to overthrow King Claudio, scholarly Mangus the magician, along with his street-smart servant boy, Fabrizio, face deadly consequences unless they can track down the real traitor by the stroke of midnight.
While spending the weekend with her troublemaking cousins Francis and Alex, sensible Ibby discovers that magic may be more than just smoke and mirrors when it falls to her to save their magician uncle, who disappeared years ago.
The greatest magicians in history step out of posters of themselves to teach a young Englishman, just starting his career, some of their secrets. Includes facts about the magicians, instructions for performing various tricks, and tips about showmanship.
When the great magician Abracadabra is challenged by the illusionist Theopolis, Charlie and Tyler must solve the mystery of how the illusions were done, or Abracadabra will forfeit the hotel.