Magic Book Review - Behind the Pine by Luka Andrews

David from Magic Orthodoxy delivers a thorough review of Luka Andrews' *Behind the Pine: A Magician's Guide to Bar Magic*. This isn't your typical trick book; instead, it's a comprehensive guide to thriving in the bar magic environment. Andrews, drawing inspiration from Bruce Lee's *G kundo* philosophy, encourages magicians to adapt, reject, and add to existing ideas to create a unique bar magic style. The book covers a wide range of essential topics, including venue selection, developing a persona, routine construction, ethical tip acquisition, and professionalism. While it doesn't teach tricks directly, it provides valuable recommendations and references. David also cleverly integrates a promotion for his own 'Magic Orthodoxy' t-shirt, which features six magic reveals and can be used as a grand finale. Overall, David deems *Behind the Pine* a worthwhile investment for magicians looking to elevate their bar magic game, especially those with an existing repertoire of tricks seeking guidance on presentation and business acumen.