Stone Cold Mental 4 by Jeff Stone is a book of mental magic featuring 10 tricks, three bonus ideas, 16 QR codes linking to online content, and two web-based apps. The tricks cover a range of mentalism effects including locks, ciphers, monsters, fate, and bizarre magic. The book is designed to be approachable for magicians of all skill levels, with many self-working tricks and printable props to enhance the performance experience. Available as a PDF for $30 or a printed book for $50.
David from Magic Orthodoxy reviews 'Stone Cold Mental 4' by Jeff Stone, emphasizing the importance of books in a magician's library. The book contains 10 mental magic tricks, three bonus ideas, 16 QR codes linking to online content, and two web-based apps. It's available as a PDF for $30 or a printed book for $50. David notes the tricks are approachable, not overly difficult, and come with printable props, making them feel like store-bought tricks. He appreciates the additional online resources but also advocates for the tactile experience of physical books. The review is thorough, covering the book's sections and tricks, and ends with a reminder to consult multiple review channels before purchasing. Pros: Rich content, accessible tricks, additional online resources. Cons: Some tricks may feel similar in style.
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