Books Like The Delusionist
Families who loved The Delusionist by Don Calame often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Families who loved The Delusionist by Don Calame often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your teenager is grappling with the ethical gray areas of ambition or feeling the strain of a friendship being tested by individual goals. It is a perfect choice for the young person who is talented but tempted to take shortcuts to achieve a lifelong dream. The story follows fifteen-year-old Quinn, a gifted magician desperate for a spot at an elite camp, who must decide if his integrity is worth trading for professional secrets from a questionable mentor. While the book is hilariously fast-paced, it tackles the heavy emotional weight of jealousy, the pressure to perform, and the realization that our idols are often deeply flawed. Parents will appreciate how it explores the complexity of 'growing apart' from a childhood best friend and the moral consequences of deceit, all wrapped in an engaging, teen-appropriate package of humor and light romance.
