A review by ravenbait
Carter Beats the Devil by Glen David Gold

5.0

Gold's eponymous hero is a master illusionist -- so good, in fact, that some credit him with more than dextrous hands. "Carter Beats the Devil" is his star piece, his signature trick, and using this trick he assists the President of the United States in a way most would consider unthinkable, enver mind do-able. The consequences of this are played out against a backdrop of lavish lifestyles, escape artistry, philosophical musings on the important things in life, conundrums, puzzles and some very believalbe portrayals of magicians. Forgest "The Illusionist" or "The Presitge" -- if you want entertaining plot, plausible details and believable characters, Gold's book is for you.