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The Monster's Ring, 1 - (Magic Shop Book) by Bruce Coville (Paperback)

The Monster's Ring, 1 - (Magic Shop Book) by  Bruce Coville (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>The Magic Shop Book that started it all is back. Russell is sure that the ring is just a silly magic trick, but he follows the instructions and twists the ring twice anyway--and becomes a monster. Illustrations.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p><i>Twist it once, you're horned and haired;</i> <br><i>Twist it twice and fangs are bared;</i> <br><i>Twist it thrice? No one has dared!</i></p><p>Russell is sure that the ring he gets at Mr. Elives' shop is just a silly magic trick, but he follows the instructions and twists the ring twice anyway--and becomes a monster!</p><p>Includes an author's note.</p><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>This lively tale . . . is more than just another story about [Halloween]. . . . It is a good book that will appeal, at any time, to anyone who, like Russell, is 'very fond of monsters.'--<i>The New York Times Book Review</i> The mix of monsters, magic, and Halloween has a built-in appeal.--<i>Booklist</i> Bruce Coville's story is a Halloween romp, with Katherine Coville's illustrations revving up the chills and giggles . . . a junior Jekyll and Hyde.--<i>Publishers Weekly</i> - ABA's Pick of the Lists - Children's Choice Award Nominee (in four states) - IRA Children's Choice <p/><br>

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