The Legend of Poker Alice by Michel Potts

Michel Potts transcends traditional card tricks with his captivating storytelling, using a deck of cards to transport audiences on an unforgettable magical journey. His performances at Hemingway’s in Bangkok, Thailand, where he serves as the Resident Magician, leave spectators eager to share the experience with friends. In his third book on card magic, Potts reveals six exceptional effects from his professional repertoire, including a new, easy-to-master utility move (available in two versions). This 38-page book is a treasure for any magician.

Contents include:

• THE LEGEND OF POKER ALICE
• THE QV CUT
• RELLET
• TRIFECTA (+1)
• INEXPLICABLE
• UNION CARD

Review

“Any new trick from Michel is a cause for celebration. His creativity is unparalleled, and each effect has been rigorously tested. He explores genres that many performers overlook and reimagines existing effects with a fresh perspective. Michel’s focus on simplicity allows magicians to prioritize performance over technique, a principle that rings true throughout his work.”

“In ‘Poker Alice’, Michel (aka Khun Michel) has truly excelled.”

“The standout effect, ‘Poker Alice’, is a Texas Hold ‘Em routine that requires no sleight of hand—just a charming smile! The ‘QV Cut’ is perfect for stack work, enabling audience participation while maintaining the deck’s original order. This utility is essential for anyone working with pre-arranged setups or stacks, including cyclical stacks like Si Stebbins and Eight Kings, and it works wonderfully with ESP cards. I was particularly impressed by ‘Rellet’, a mind-bending prediction effect where spectators make unforced choices that shape the outcome.”

“My personal favorite, ‘Trifecta (+1)’, is a hands-off effect featuring four astonishing revelations. The beauty of these effects lies in their Auto-Magic approach, utilizing a straightforward principle familiar to seasoned performers. They can be executed with what appears to be a randomly shuffled deck in any environment. I predict at least one of these effects will become a staple in your repertoire, and you’ll enjoy performing each one!”