The Progressive Book Test by Michael O'Brien (A Tale of Two Cities)

Let a spectator think of words from A Tale of Two Cities and reveal them in a routine that builds in impossibility. Michael O’Brien’s Progressive Book Test gives you multiple ways to create book-test mind-reading moments, with no memorization required.

This softcover Closeup edition measures 5" x 8" and has 12-point text. Its pocket-friendly format suits strolling performances, where you can bring a book test along from one audience to the next.

• Progressive reveal: Divine three thought-of words from different parts of the book, with each reveal escalating the effect.
• Multiple routines: Perform individual effects or connect them into a longer routine.
• No memorization: The methods are designed to be clear and intuitive, so you can focus on your presentation.
• More ways to perform: Routines include reveals involving words from a page, a word on the next page, and a word planted in a spectator’s mind.
• Audience participation: A tossed-out-book routine is designed for reading the minds of up to six spectators at once.

Use this book for close-up or strolling mentalism, or build a sequence that takes your audience from one surprising thought reveal to the next.