“Grabel waited until after her father’s death to pen this engrossing memoir, knowing he would never approve of her sharing his magic secrets...Grabel also skillfully brings an adult perspective to her family’s dynamic...This thoughtful, engaging account offers a rare glimpse of an intriguing world.” Kirkus Review

“Fans of magic and memoirs alike will love this unique and charmingly written story… refreshing… pulls back the curtain and allows us a glimpse…” Los Angeles Book Review

“The Magician’s Daughter: A Memoir is a fascinating account of Katy Grabel, as a young girl, traveling with her parents in their big illusion show. Her father, Lee Grabel, was one of the greatest magicians of all time. He was also my friend and trusted confidant…Amazing in detail and tone.. I love this book!” Lance Burton Master Magician  

“A spellbinding generational story filled to the brim with illusion, longing, big magic, and even bigger dreams. Dazzling and unputdownable!” Deborah Burns, award-winning author of Saturday’s Child 

“An unusual and engrossing tale, poignant and darkly funny. …family memoir filled with unspoken love, deep yearning, and sprinkles of real-life magic. Katy Grabel is a master of creative language and visceral description.” Jenna Paulden, author of The Alchemy of Avalon. 

"There is so much love in this tale of father and daughter, bittersweet and yet deep… Katy waves her own magic wand, that of the pen, delicate and intricate, lacy and evocative of the illuminated manuscript of her girlhood journal, belying truth, beauty, and humor. Not everything in life is as we wish, but if we believe enough, we can still wing our way into a magic kingdom and see what mysteries await us. I know one thing: I’m riding with Katy and her parents.” Andrea Foster, also known as The Booklady, founder of Creative Quills, author, marketing and publishing pro, and catalyst for change.