Midnight Magic - Audio Library Edition [Audiobook, CD] [Audio CD]

Avi (Author)

Book Description

Age Level: 9 and up | Grade Level: 4 and up

Newbery Medalist Avi's magical medieval mystery now available on audio!

FORMAT: 5 CDs, Unabridged
NARRATOR: Jeff Woodman

On a stormy night in the Kingdom of Pergamontio, an insistent knocking brings Fabrizio, the servant boy, to the door. Outside stands a solider summoning Fabrizio's master, Mangus the Magician, to the king's castle. Because Mangus has been under house arrest for confessing to be a magician, he cannot imagine why the king is calling for him.
But magic is exactly what the king needs. He wants Mangus to free his daughter from the torment of a terrifying ghost. Mangus's life will depend on his success.

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Gr 5-8-Mangus the magician and his faithful servant, Fabrizio, find themselves at the center of a complicated court intrigue when the king of Pergamontio brings them to the castle to determine if his young daughter is being visited by a ghost. Fabrizio discovers that the prince, who is supposedly on a trip to Rome, is actually feared murdered and that many are afraid that there is a traitor in the castle. Complicating matters, the king expects Mangus to use magic to get to the truth, while at the same time publicly decrying the practice. Jeff Woodman perfectly captures the intensity and quick pacing of Avi's story (Scholastic, 2004). Each character is a given a unique voice that convincingly depicts the individual's personality. Fabrizio's portrayal is particularly appealing as Woodman voices the boy with a quirky combination of intellect and superstition. Fine vocals combined with a suspenseful, action-packed story should appeal to a wide range of listeners.-Deanna Romriell, Salt Lake City Public Library, UT (c) Copyright 2010. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.

About the Author

Avi, who goes by the name his twin sister gave him when they were about one year old, is the author of more than 30 books and winner of more than 90 awards, including the Newbery Medal and two Newbery Honors. His work spans many genres - historical fiction, coming-of-age, comedy, mystery, and fantasy. A former librarian and father of three grown sons, Avi was raised in Brooklyn and now lives in Denver, Colorado. For more information about Avi, visit: avi-writer.com and scholastic.com/tradebooks

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 9 and up
  
• Audio CD
• Publisher: Scholastic Audio Books (July 1, 2010)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0545033241
• ISBN-13: 978-0545033244
• Product Dimensions: 6.1 x 6.6 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,540,596 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)