Magic by William Goldman

256 pages first pub 1976 (editions)

fiction horror thriller dark medium-paced
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Description

Starting out as a boy in the Catskills, Corky develops into a brilliant and famous magician whose long-hidden secret and expert skills attract dark forces intent on destroying him.

Community Reviews Summary of 125 reviews

Moods

dark 87%
tense 75%
mysterious 62%
funny 37%
emotional 25%
sad 25%
challenging 12%

Pace

fast 50%
slow 25%
medium 25%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 50% | A mix: 50%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 42% | Yes: 42% | No: 14%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 50% | No: 33% | Yes: 16%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 83% | It's complicated: 16%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.64

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