Project in English:

A Book Report On

Trick of the Mind

by

Judy Waite

Submitted by:
Raiza Marie C. Yulo
IV William Shakespeare

Submitted to:
Mrs. Rachel Quesada

Title of the Book

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Trick Of The Mind

About the Book

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An imprint of Simon and Schuster Childrens Publishing Division 1230 Avenue

of the Americas, New York, NY 10020

Copyright 2003 by Judy Waite
First published in England in 2003 by Oxford University Press designed by

Ann Beak.
The text of this book was set in Mrs. Eaves, DIN, Aldine, Garamond 3 and

Frederick.
Manufactured in the United States of America
First Simon Pulse Edition August 2006

About the Author:

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Judy Waite
Judy Waite is also the author of Shopaholic. She was born in England but
was raised in Singapore. A teacher, and currently lives with her family in
Southampton, England

Characters of the Story:

Matthew Mason (Matt) -

Known for his unusual behaviour but also has unusual gifts.

Erin Jones (Erin)

A magician girl, who tried to use her proficiency with magic

A girl whose Matt was attracted to. She was with Billy Owen

to attract Matt.
Kirsty Carter

and they were all over each other.

Billy Owen

Matts Classmate.

Mark Mason

Matts Brother.

Pox

A Pigeon. Matts pet and the ugliest pigeon in the world.

Mr. Nelson

An English teacher at leigh comprehensive.

Lily and Lucy

Erins twin sisters

Sarah

PC Barlow

A violinist. A girl who likes Matt.

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A policeman

Tom

Erins friend.

Annie

Works at the caf.

Ella

Annies daughter.

Danny

Fire juggler.

The Professor

Erins Mom

Matts Mom

Jen

Dannys wife

DC Blaine

Policeman

Kathie

Plot:

Setting

The story happened on November, a Friday afternoon at the

castle of Leigh Comprehensive gang.

Conflict

The story became complicated when Matts mom admitted

that Matt and His brother Mark had different father. He left Leigh Cove and
unfortunately that day, Kirsty was murdered. His friend / mate Erin denied
Him from the police because He was accused of murdering Kirsty.

Climax

Matt found Himself in the Covent Garden. He wanted to start

over again and used the tricks that Erin has taught Him. He then met new
people but the police is still tracking Him down.

Resolution -

Because the situation gets difficult, Erin knows it will be a big

mess if she doesnt tell the police where Matt was. So for the sake of
everyone, she told the truth.

Ending

Matt was captured by the police but because of several

mysteries, the real killer remained unknown.

Summary -

When Erin first sees Matt she knows Hes the for Her.

Trouble is, Matt got his eye on someone else but Erin is willing to do
whatever it takes to make Matt see Her as more than a friend, including
teaching him some of his precious magic tricks. With all of his problems at

home, Matt is glad to have a friend like Erin. So what if Erin thinks he is
interested?
But when Matts world begun crumbling, it seemed like Erin
and her magic might be his last hope. Only sometimes its hard to believe
in magic especially when reality turned ugly.

Who is your favourite character in the story?

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My favourite character is Erin Jones because She is a good friend to

Matt. She is also a good magician.

Which part is the best for you?

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For me, the best part was when Matt hugged Erin at the bridge and
then they kissed. At that moment, Erin felt she is loved by Matt.

Which part is the worst for you?

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The worst part was when Matt left Leigh Cove, His family and friends
especially Erin.

Are you going to recommend this book to your friends or other people?
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Yes. Especially to teens like me. This story taught a lot of lessons on
how to handle the situation as a teen ager and making decisions alone.
It is necessary to listen and understand our parents.

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