The Disappearance Boy

Reggie Rainbow is a polio-stricken man who works behind the scenes of down-at-heel variety theatres, helping illusionist Mr. Brookes disappear his glamorous assistants. When Mr. Brookes accepts a booking at the Brighton Grand, Reggie finds himself in a strange new town, where the seaside air works its magic and he begins to wonder how much longer he can go on keeping secrets for a living.

Format: Paperback / softback
Publication date: 02 November 2023
Publisher: Inkandescent

Reggie Rainbow, a polio survivor, walks with a limp due to his childhood ailment. However, his resilient spirit and remarkable strength find their true calling behind the scenes of struggling variety theatres. Working as a backstage assistant to the enigmatic illusionist Mr. Brookes, Reggie plays a crucial role in helping him create breathtaking illusions that captivate audiences.

One day, when Mr. Brookes accepts a booking at the prestigious Brighton Grand Theatre, Reggie finds himself in a new and unfamiliar town. The salty breeze of the seaside envelops him, and as he immerses himself in the vibrant atmosphere, he begins to question the longevity of his secretive profession.

As the days unfold at the Brighton Grand, Reggie witnesses the theatre's transformation under Mr. Brookes' guidance. The once-dilapidated venue is transformed into a glamorous and enchanting space, where magic and wonder reign supreme. Reggie's admiration for Mr. Brookes grows, as he witnesses his unwavering dedication to his craft and his ability to create illusions that seem impossible to believe.

However, as Reggie delves deeper into the world of illusion, he begins to uncover hidden truths and secrets that threaten to unravel everything he has ever known. He finds himself caught in a web of deception and intrigue, where his loyalty to Mr. Brookes is tested to its limits.

With his strong arms and nimble fingers, Reggie must navigate through a maze of lies and treachery to protect the illusionist and the theatre that has become his home. He must confront his own doubts and fears, and confront the truth about the disappearance boy's past.

In the end, Reggie emerges as a hero, using his skills and determination to save the theatre and expose the truth behind Mr. Brookes' illusions. He learns that sometimes, the greatest magic is not found in the tricks of the trade, but in the resilience and strength of the human spirit.

Childhood polio has left Reggie Rainbow with a limp, but his strong arms and nimble fingers are perfect behind the scenes of down-at-heel variety theatres-where he helps illusionist Mr Brookes disappear his glamorous assistants. When Mr Brookes accepts a booking at the Brighton Grand, Reggie finds himself in a strange new town. The seaside air works its own magic and the disappearance boy begins to wonder how much longer he can go on keeping secrets for a living.

As the days unfold at the Brighton Grand, Reggie witnesses the theatre's transformation under Mr. Brookes' guidance. The once-dilapidated venue is transformed into a glamorous and enchanting space, where magic and wonder reign supreme. Reggie's admiration for Mr. Brookes grows, as he witnesses his unwavering dedication to his craft and his ability to create illusions that seem impossible to believe.

However, as Reggie delves deeper into the world of illusion, he begins to uncover hidden truths and secrets that threaten to unravel everything he has ever known. He finds himself caught in a web of deception and intrigue, where his loyalty to Mr. Brookes is tested to its limits.

With his strong arms and nimble fingers, Reggie must navigate through a maze of lies and treachery to protect the illusionist and the theatre that has become his home. He must confront his own doubts and fears, and confront the truth about the disappearance boy's past.

In the end, Reggie emerges as a hero, using his skills and determination to save the theatre and expose the truth behind Mr. Brookes' illusions. He learns that sometimes, the greatest magic is not found in the tricks of the trade, but in the resilience and strength of the human spirit.

Weight: 288g
Dimension: 129 x 199 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781912620265
Edition number: New ed