Ebook - Read Me by Dave Forrest (Digital Download)
Description & Effect
Unleash Astonishment with Dave Forrest's 'Read Me'
Dive into the mesmerizing world of mentalism with Dave Forrest's 'Read Me,' a brilliant ebook featuring three groundbreaking 'Spectator As Mindreader' effects. This collection redefines the classic plot, offering ingenious solutions that empower your audience to seemingly delve into your thoughts. Prepare to witness genuine astonishment as spectators flawlessly identify your chosen card, all performed with a borrowed, shuffled deck. Esteemed magicians like John Bannon, Mark Elsdon, Roddy McGhie, and Liam Montier have praised 'Read Me' for its cleverness, directness, and undeniable impact.
AMALGAM: The Ultimate Mind Swap
Experience 'AMALGAM,' a true head-spinner where you and your spectator each think of a card. The twist? Your spectator must read your mind to reveal your card before you can name theirs. What makes 'AMALGAM' truly exceptional is the absolute lack of fishing or any verbal cues from the spectator about your card. It employs a cunning, always-working method, free from estimation or multiple outs, and surprisingly easy to execute. This effect is a profound mystery that leaves audiences utterly bewildered.
FULL PROOF: Unveiling the Hidden Card
Next, explore 'FULL PROOF,' an elegant routine where you mentally select your favorite card, and your spectator, guess by guess, reveals it. The genius lies in your ability to provide concrete proof of their accuracy at every stage. This presentation is an economical and intriguing twist on a powerful, time-tested method, reimagined for maximum impact. 'FULL PROOF' is so direct and compelling, you'll be eager to perform it immediately.
A GREAT DEAL PSYCHIC: The Silent Reveal
Conclude with 'A GREAT DEAL PSYCHIC,' an effect inspired by John Bannon's brilliant techniques, guaranteed to fool even seasoned magicians. The method is incredibly direct and silent. Your spectator, without any verbal communication from either party regarding your thought-of card, correctly names it with startling precision. No fishing, no hints—just a 'BAM!' moment as they nail it. This effect is a profound puzzle, almost impossible to backtrack, solidifying your reputation as a master mentalist.
Why 'Read Me' is a Must-Have
Across seventeen pages and over 5,500 words of detailed instruction, 'Read Me' provides clear, concise guidance for mastering these three show-stopping effects. Each routine utilizes distinct, engaging methods, ensuring variety and depth. If you seek to perform powerful, mind-bending magic that uses only a borrowed, shuffled deck and leaves an indelible impression, 'Read Me' is an indispensable addition to your repertoire. Don't miss out on material that will elevate your card magic to an entirely new level.
Original Specs
Three Spectator as Mind Reader effects
"What a terrific ebook! Ingenious solutions to an under-explored plot. Very clever stuff." - John Bannon"Read Me is the sweetest little ebook I've read this year. Three clever, fooling 'Spectator As Mindreader' effects! If you don't want to perform AT LEAST one of these tricks, then you don't love card magic as much as you think you do." - Mark Elsdon
"Absolutely brilliant thinking! Prepare to drop some jaws!" - Roddy McGhie
"Three absolute show stoppers with a borrowed, shuffled deck. This isn't just material you will want - it's material that you can't afford to be without!" - Liam Montier
This is Dave's work on that most fascinating of mentalism plots wherein the spectator is somehow able to read the magician's mind. Three exceptionally strong effects - each utilising different and interesting methods and all with a borrowed shuffled deck.
ONE: AMALGAM - An absolute head-melter. You and your spectator both think of a card. You will try and discern what his card is but there's a twist. The only way you'll be able to name his card is if he can first read your mind and tell you what your card is. During this effect the spectator tells you absolutely nothing about the card they believe you are thinking of - nothing! No fishing either. It uses a cunning method that will always work. No estimation, no multiple outs and it's not even difficult to do! It's a killer and they simply won't know what's hit them.
TWO: FULL PROOF - You think of your favourite card and your spectator guesses, piece by piece, what it is. Not only are they correct with each guess but you can prove that they are correct at every step along the way. This is an economical and interesting presentational twist on a killer, time-tested method you might already use for something else entirely. You'll be out doing this one tomorrow!
THREE: A GREAT DEAL PSYCHIC - Based on an amazing John Bannon technique - this effect will fool everyone - magicians included. The method is insanely direct. Again, they tell you nothing about the card at all and yet they correctly identify the one you're just thinking of. And - what's really crazy about this effect is that nothing is said by either party about the card you are thinking of. No one says anything until the spectator names the card and 'BAM' - they NAILED IT! Very difficult to follow this one.
1st edition 2016, 17 pages.
word count: 5510 which is equivalent to 22 standard pages of text
