Recommendation:
- This collection of short stories by Neil Gaiman is a must-read for those who enjoy mind-bending tales that blur the lines between reality and fantasy. Each story is skillfully crafted to reveal the hidden magic of humanity, challenging our perceptions and delving into the depths of the human condition. Gaiman's unique literary style will leave you in awe, as you are transported into a world where anything is possible. Enter the realm of Smoke and Mirrors and prepare to be captivated by the astonishing and impressive tales that await you.

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In the deft hands of Neil Gaiman, magic is no mere illusion... and anything is possible. In this, Gaiman's first book of short stories, his imagination and supreme artistry transform a mundane world into a place of terrible wonders -- a place where an old woman can purchase the Holy Grail at a thrift store, where assassins advertise their services in the Yellow Pages under "Pest Control," and where a frightened young boy must barter for his life with a mean-spirited troll living beneath a bridge by the railroad tracks. Explore a new reality -- obscured by smoke and darkness, yet brilliantly tangible -- in this extraordinary collection of short works by a master prestidigitator. It will dazzle your senses, touch your heart, and haunt your dreams.

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