BOOKS IN THE SERIES

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BOOK ONE – THE GOLDEN TELESCOPE

A murderous plot by a magical cabal. Three orphan siblings. One reluctant 12-year-old hero.

Jack is a boy whose world has been turned upside down. His parents were killed in an auto collision, and he hasn’t seen his brother or sister for nine years.

Then his life takes a crazy turn when he touches a golden telescope that reveals he has magical powers.

Jack learns there is a dangerous organization called The Dark Cabal responsible for the whole nightmare. This syndicate conspires to control all three children and use their powers for their evil purposes. Confronting them will bring Jack into contact with forces more terrifying than he ever could have imagined.

Fortunately, a mysterious visitor rescues him using a magic hat and takes him to his ancestral home in Dublin, Ireland.

There, after years of trauma-related asthma attacks, Jack finally feels like his life has meaning. Even though he is bewildered to discover that there is a world of magic he knows nothing about, Jack learns that he is the only person who can help find his Grandma Lydia, who is lost in the past, and solve the mystery surrounding his parent’s death.

Will he succeed in reuniting his family, or will The Dark Cabal achieve their goal to control the world?

If you like Percy Jackson and Artemis Fowl, you will love this page-turning fantasy adventure!

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BOOK TWO - THE KIDNAPPING KING

BOOK TWO – THE KIDNAPPING KING

When twelve-year old Jack Mac Paidin touches a golden telescope that gives him magical powers, he enters a portal to travel through time to uncover hidden secrets about his parents’ deaths…and the betrayal of his own brother. Things aren’t what they seem in this fast-paced second volume in the Jack and the Magic Hat Maker middle-grade fantasy series.

Deceived and abducted by his older brother, twelve-year-old Jack Mac Paidin takes a trip through time to meet his long-lost grandmother, Lydia, who contacted him through the magic of a special golden telescope. Can Lydia protect Jack from the evil group who made him an orphan and is out to harness his powers before it’s too late? So begins the fantasy adventure The Kidnapping King, the thrilling second book of the Jack and the Magic Hat Maker series, by Tracy Partridge-Johnson.

Jack’s own family—his aunt Inez leading the helm—is plotting against him to gain access to his newfound powers to use for sinister deeds. They’ve even convinced his older brother, Ethan, that Jack is vying to take his rightful share of the family inheritance, in an effort to pin him against his brother and use him to capture Jack and his magic.

“We need that boy,” Thaddeus O’Brien interjected. “All these years of care and preparation are for nothing if we aren’t able to control all three children.”

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BOOK THREE - THE MAGICAL LEGACY

BOOK THREE – THE MAGICAL LEGACY

Millions of years before Jack Mac Paidin was born, a rift existed between the forces of good and evil, foisting one energy against the other. Each side possessed its proponents and initiates, seeking to sway all humankind to their way of thinking. Only a rare, magical anomaly, known as The Power of Three, could tip the balance in favor of one side or the other.

Fast forward to 20th century Ireland, where the Mac Paidin family has held lands and influence for more than 100 years, and their magical legacy can be traced, through bloodline, to the origin of The Order of Light. As Sir Edward Mac Paidin’s youngest child and only son, Ross, Jack’s future father, is the heir apparent to the family fortune, inheriting the title of Magic Hat Maker to the British Crown.

But Ross has other plans.

However, unbeknownst to him, Inez, his older sister, is an apprentice to a powerful witch, secretly devoted to an evil organization known as The Dark Cabal. This demonic cult has seduced Inez to the dark side, and she is actively recruiting her younger sister, Clara, to join her in pursuit of world domination.

At the same time, far away in Salt Lake City, Utah, USA, Jack’s future mother, Faith, is growing up in a world filled with strange, magical influences of its own.

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BOOK FOUR - THE RISKY REUNION

BOOK FOUR – THE RISKY REUNION

When 13-year-old orphan Jack Mac Paidin learns he and his siblings descend from magical ancestors who come from another planet, Jack’s adventure intensifies. The Dark Cabal gains power and influence as Ethan, Jack’s older brother, is seduced by their evil aunt Inez to join their ranks.

Recruited by their great-grandmother Valdis, a demon queen from a realm known as Blarjord, Ethan becomes a frightening force to reckon with. Jack will face blood-sucking vampires, evil magic workers, dragons, orcs, and death-defying quests. But with the help of his best friend, Bart, he just might rescue his brother so that together, they can save the world by The Power of Three.

THE DARK MATRIARCH

SERIES TWO: JACK AND THE IMMORTALS

BOOK ONE: THE DARK MATRIARCH

Thirty-six hundred years had passed since her last visit to the blue dot in the distance she once called home.

Briefly, Chava wondered how those awaiting her arrival would receive her.

Meanwhile, Inez and Clara Mac Paidin stood, breathlessly, gazing at the black space on the far wall where the portal would appear at the appointed time.

THE DARK MATRIARCH is the opening scene introducing us to SERIES 2: JACK AND THE IMMORTALS – the ongoing saga of 13-year-old orphan, Jack Mac Paidin, and his adventures with magic in his world, both light and dark, and his role in saving his friends, siblings, and the entire planet from the influence of evil.

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What Readers Are Saying...

"I loved all the Harry Potter books too. I would put this book up there with Rowling and Riordan, who I have also read."

READER REVIEWS

THE GOLDEN TELESCOPE REVIEWS

WHAT A SENSATIONAL STORY!!!

I was looking for different books I could gift my nephews and nieces with. Before I would do that, I of course take a look at the book mysepf. This beautifully illustrated cover and intriguing title attracted my attention and I took a look inside! Whether it being good or not, I got captivated by the story! Not sure if I am the accurate audience, still it was so delightful to read the adventure of Jack! All characters were amazingly well created and I could feel the passion and the heart of the author! Really really well done and I luckily have a superb book to gift to my nephews and nieces now! Awesome! ~EasyPeasy

A STORY FILLED WITH ENTHUSIASTIC ENERGY.

Tracy has done an excellent job writing a story that grabs you in the very beginning and captivates your heart as you join the adventure bound antics of Jack and Bart. They find themselves in places they have never been mystified by magical notations that leave them in awe. They learn of secrets from the past and are enlightened to secrets to the future. Leaving us wanting more from this series. ~Debbie Prestwich

AWESOME BOOK

This book is not just for children! I loved it, and I am 62 years old. Of-course I loved all the Harry Potter books too. I would put this book up there with Rowling and Riordan, who I have also read. But trust me, this is not a second hand remake of those classics. The story is original and exciting. Action, adventure, and mystery with a strong paranormal bent. Great book. Anxiously awaiting book 2. ~Rhonda Jones

FUN AND MAGICAL

This is a fun, fast read for all ages. If you’re a fan of Percy Jackson and Harry Potter then this book is for you. Hard to put down. I almost finished it in one night. ~Kindle Customer

TRANSPORTED MAGIC

Ms. Johnson takes us for a magical ride with a host of characters that come alive from the pages. Her ability to capture our imagination transports us along in these incredible adventures. The books (one and two) were purchased for my grandchildren but, I couldn’t help myself when thumbing through them and ended up reading both books before passing them along. I’m now anxiously awaiting book 3. ~Ronald Retzloff

BEST CHILDREN’S BOOK EVER!!

Reading this super fun book provided vivid and creative imagery, truly relatable characters, and such an enjoyable adventure! What a wondrous ride! I highly recommend this book. And not just for children! I’m in my 50’s and I adored every sentence, paragraph, page, and chapter!! Very highly recommended. You’ll love it!! ~Evan Cronwell

RICH, DESCRIPTIVE VOCABULARY, WOVEN WITH HISTORICAL CURIOSITY IN A CREATIVE, ENCHANTING ADVENTURE.

I really enjoyed the settings with some familiar locations like the Shanghai Tunnels and the charming shops in Old Town Chinatown in Portland, Oregon. Incorporating her dad’s name “Jack” and her grandfather’s occupation as a milliner into the story was a nice touch.
The sprinkling of foreshadowing kept me hooked as the characters developed throughout the story. I plan on sharing The Golden Telescope with my grandchildren and look forward to Tracy’s next book. ~Linda Hobart

AN AMAZINGLY INVENTIVE AND CREATIVE PAGE TURNER.

Amazingly creative, filled with details and imagery that fill your mind with scenes as if your there in the moment.
Such a great book for all ages, I read this to my 8 and 5 year old they both loved it!! Definitely a book for all ages!! Can’t wait for more!! ~Rachel Wilson

THIS IS AN AWESOME BOOK!

Jack and the Magic Hat Maker is a wonderful, exciting, riveting book! It is well written and enthrawling! It keeps you not only engaged, but anxious for the adventures that never fail with excitement!!! I can’t wait for the next book and hope for many more!!!~Melissa Bowles

ONE OF THE GREATEST BOOKS I’VE EVER READ

I had the opportunity to read Tracy Johnson first book in the Jack and The Magic Hat Maker series, The Golden Telescope. After reading word for word of this novel and I honestly have to say I’m looking forward to more of Tracys work. I’ve read other series such as Harry Potter, Artemis Fowl and Percy Jackson and I believe that this is obviously the next heir to the throne at the top of the list of the magical fantasy genre.~Ashley

INTERNATIONAL REVIEWS

BRILLIANT WRITTEN FOR ALL AGES, A REAL PAGE TURNER

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 1 April 2021

Loved this from the first page to the last. I stayed up all night reading it, and read it to my grandson who loved it. Then gave it to my friends granddaughter, her parents took it off her so she would go to sleep. She couldn’t wait to read it again. A brilliant book. ~Sandra

THE KIDNAPPING KING REVIEWS

WONDERFULLY MAGICAL SERIES

Be sure to read book 1 before this book or you will feel like you walked into the middle of a story. Book 2 continues where book 1 left off. There are three magically gifted siblings, each taken from their parents and raised apart by members of an evil cabal. Some of whom are the children’s relatives. The evil cabal is waiting for the children’s powers to start, about the time puberty starts. The cabal wants control of the power of three. Book 1 was the middle child, Jack’s, rescue from the cabal. This book is about Jack and friends trying to liberate the oldest child, Ethan. Only that does not go well. An excerpt into book 3 shows that the youngest child, Sadie, has just come into her powers. This is a series you will want to commit to once you read book 1. It is packed full of action, adventure, and the fight between good and evil. It is a whole lot of fun. ~Rhonda Jones

THE MAGICAL LEGACY REVIEWS

GREAT BACKGROUND TO THE SERIES

But it is more than just a prequel, it is a full book with a whole story. And it explains a lot of unanswered questions about why Jack and his siblings are so special. Jack is not in this story. This is the story of how Jack’s parents met as pre-teens and learned about the difference between good and evil in another realm outside of Earth. I loved this book, but highly recommend you read at least the first book in the series before you read the this prequel. Otherwise, you may not feel like this had a good ending. I felt it had a great ending, as I now know how Jack’s parents met and eventually died, and what is the Power of Three, and why that is important. ~Rhonda Jones

SAMPLE CHAPTERS

A taste from each of the first four books.

THE GOLDEN TELESCOPE

PORTLAND, OREGON – NINE YEARS AGO

The butler materialized into the nursery on a hot and muggy summer night.

Standing invisible and undetected in the far corner of the room, he discovered three young children, sleeping soundly, each one in their own little bed. He had to complete this mission with speed and stealth. None of the home’s five inhabitants could know of his presence.

He reached across his chest and into his jacket, retrieving a manila packet, from which he withdrew a small pair of black-handled barber’s sheers and three white envelopes. Each had a name on the front, written in his master’s elegant script; Ethan, Jack, and Sadie. A soft breeze made the wispy curtains at the window billow gently as he tiptoed to the bed closest to him.

Bending over the toddler, he gingerly snipped one, single, sandy-colored lock from her cherubic head and placed it into the envelope marked Sadie. Lifting the parcel to his lips, he involuntarily winced at the mildly offensive taste of peppermint-flavored glue before sealing it closed and returning it to his pocket.

He walked carefully past the foot of Sadie’s bed and onto the second one.

This first boy was sprawled out across his mattress, covers thrown aside, half of them lying in a pile on the floor. He wore pale blue pajamas with bright red cars and yellow numbers printed all over them.

Stepping cautiously over the blanket, the man moved to the head of the bed and was just leaning in, scissors in hand, when the child began to stir.

The butler jumped back, losing his balance on the discarded sheets, nearly knocking the lamp from the bedside table as his arms helicoptered to right himself. He watched with bated breath as Jack rolled over, fitfully clutching after the fluffy white teddy bear sitting next to his head. With a carefully drawn-out sigh, the man waited a moment until the boy was settled before approaching once again.

Bending cautiously over the lad, he delicately clipped a fringe of chocolate-brown hair from the nape of Jack’s neck, placing it into its envelope, then sealed it closed and added it to his pocket along-side Sadie’s.

He then made his way to the last, slightly larger bed, located directly beneath the open window. The boy, lying there, was the oldest of the three children. The butler found him face-down with his arms wrapped tightly around his pillow. The pitch-black curls on top of his head were loose and abundant but cropped short around his ears.

The man held his breath as he reached out and anxiously grasped a stray section, deftly cutting it from the boy’s head. Returning to an upright position, he exhaled a silent sigh of relief, then moved stealthily to the other side of the room before placing the last lock of hair into the final envelope marked Ethan.

Tucking the packet neatly inside his suit coat, he looked around one last time, a smile curving his lips as he reached up, located the small button situated under the brim of his hat, and firmly pressed it. Instantly the man vanished from the room.

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Tracy - Nov. 19th. 2021

About Tracy

Tracy Partridge-Johnson is an author of fiction written for middle-grade children but engaging for magic lovers of any age!

Born in Oregon but raised all over the USA, she recently relocated to NorthEast Texas with her sweetheart of 26 years.

Ok, I’m done writing in 3rd person now, omg!

In 2016 I was inspired to create a character named Jack and base his story on my dad’s real-life experiences. My dad had recently passed away, and I wanted to do something that would stand the test of time as a tribute to him. When my father was five years old, his parents died in an auto accident in Portland, Oregon. This event left him and his two siblings orphaned. For some strange reason, the extended family decided to split the children up (ages 7, 5, and 3), sending each one to be raised by a different aunt or uncle, all in different states. Add to this tragic scenario the fact that Dad’s great-grandfather on his father’s side was a milliner by trade (a hat maker), and I had the seed of what I thought might be a wonderfully magical story.

Before taking up writing for a living, I did many different things to earn an income. I am a professional pyrographer (see www.pyroportraits.com for some examples of my work), a handcrafted jewelry designer, a spiritual coach, and a WordPress website designer. I’m also passionate about achieving optimal health via a whole foods diet, international travel (you know…before the current world situation), and of course…I LOVE TO READ!

You can learn more about me at www.tracypjohnson.com or follow me on Facebook: @ Tracy.Partridge.Johnson

 

Jack and the Magic Hat Maker Box Set #1 (Books 1-3)

★★★★★The story telling is amazing and easily draws you in and doesn’t want to let you go. ~Facebook Reader Review.

THE GOLDEN TELESCOPE
A murderous plot by a magical cabal. Three orphan siblings. One reluctant 12-year-old hero.

THE KIDNAPPING KING
A double crossing brother. An unexpected trip to the past. Friends with magical powers.

THE MAGICAL LEGACY
Millions of years before Jack Mac Paidin was born, a rift existed between the forces of good and evil, foisting one energy against the other.

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Jack and the Magic Hat Maker Box Set #1 (Books 1-3)