Customer Review (DrDanny)

“The Conditionally Guaranteed Magic of Daryl” is a timeless classic that captures the essence of Daryl’s magic. This book offers an experience nearly as thrilling as witnessing Daryl perform live. With exceptional writing by Minch, it’s a highly recommended read. Each chapter is packed with handling and presentation insights that elevate the performance. No gimmicks are needed; all tricks can be performed impromptu, whether seated or standing. If you can locate a reasonably priced copy, don’t hesitate to grab it — just be prepared to adjust your definition of ‘affordable.’ I must emphasize that while the effects are impressive, it’s the thought process behind the techniques and Minch’s thorough explanations that truly make this book a treasure.

Contents:

5 Introduction: The Puerto Rican Gambler Unmasked – An exploration of Daryl’s philosophy on improvisation within structured routines, reflecting the “conditional” aspect of the title.

13 The Boomeranging Card of Mystery – Daryl’s unique approach to the classic card trick where a tossed card locates a selection, showcasing the nuances that make it a delight to watch.

29 Variation One: The Chicago Conspiracy – The first variation of the previous effect, executed without the toss.

33 Variation Two: Quick Silver – The second variation where the locator card is substituted with a coin.

38 Holding On! – Daryl’s rendition of Alex Elmsley’s Between the Palms, featuring a clever twist where misses transform to match the selection. A must-study technique.

54 The Puerto Rican Triumph – Another classic featuring the well-known topsy-turvy cutting display. You can decide if it’s over-proving.

70 The Mysterious Cross of India: An Interlude and Lecture – A coins-across effect with a deceptively simple method, offering perhaps the most significant lesson in the book.

81 In the Pinch – A selected card is captured mid-air as a spectator dribbles a packet. This effect is so remarkable that Martin Nash incorporated it into his routine for years.

88 Conditional Variations Just Tweezing – Variations on the conditional handling of In the Pinch.

94 Conditional Assembly – A well-crafted four ace assembly performed with A, 2, 3, 4 of Diamonds.

105 Twisted Aces Redivivus – An improved version from “Paul Harris Reveals…” that looks stunning when performed by Daryl!