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Tricks for Free

InCryptid #7 / 15
by Seanan McGuire
Tricks for Free (InCryptid #7) by Seanan McGuire
  ★ 7.00 / 1
1★2★3★4★5★6★17★8★9★10★

The seventh book in the funny and fast-paced InCryptid urban fantasy series returns to the mishaps of the Price family, eccentric cryptozoologists who safeguard the world of magical creatures living in secret among humans.

Penance, noun:

1. Punishment for past actions.

2. An attempt to pay for what can't be bought.

3. See also "exile."

Antimony Price is on the run. With the Covenant on her tail and her family still in danger, she needs to get far, far away from anyone who might recognize her - including her own mice. For the first time in a long time, a Price is flying without a safety net. Where do you go when you need to disappear into a crowd without worrying about attracting attention? An amusement park, of course.

Some people would call Lowryland the amusement park. It's one of the largest in Florida, the keystone of the Lowry entertainment empire... but for Annie, it's a place to hide. She's just trying to keep her head down long enough to come up with a plan that will get her home without getting anyone killed. No small order when she's rooming with gorgons and sylphs, trying to placate frustrated ghosts, and rushing to get to work on time.

Then the accidents begin. The discovery of a dead man brings Annie to the attention of the secret cabal of magic users running Lowryland from behind the scenes. They want the fire that sleeps in her fingers. They want her on their side. They want to help her - although their help, like everything else, comes with a price.

No plan. Minimal backup. No way out. Annie's about to get a crash course in the reality behind the pretty facade. If she's lucky, she'll survive the experience.

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Updated 04/11/2025
Category: Fantasy, Urban Fantasy
Release date: March 5, 2018

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Seanan McGuire

Seanan McGuire

Seanan McGuire is a name that resonates with readers of urban fantasy, horror, and science fiction, known for her deep explorations into the dark and strange corners of the world. But while many recognize her for her October Daye and InCryptid series, Seanan’s literary prowess extends far beyond her most famous works. Under the name Mira Grant, she delves into gripping dystopias and terrifyingly believable horror with a touch of speculative brilliance. As A. Deborah Baker, she ventures into the whimsical and profound, creating rich, layered worlds that ask the reader to think deeply while being swept away in adventure.

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Born and raised in Northern California, Seanan’s love for storytelling began early, with a childhood full of fantasy novels and a passion for role-playing games. That interest eventually blossomed into a career that spans genres and shows no sign of slowing down. She first burst onto the scene with the October Daye series, which blends urban fantasy with rich mythological underpinnings, offering a world filled with creatures, magic, and politics, all wrapped in the character of a fierce and witty protagonist.

In addition to her work as Seanan McGuire, she has written under the name Mira Grant, bringing readers to the brink of horror with novels like Feed, which explore the intersection of zombie apocalypses and media culture. As A. Deborah Baker, she crafts stories that reflect her interest in history, exploration, and the mysteries of the unknown, offering tales that balance wonder with a healthy dose of dark curiosity.

Her books, whether written under her real name or her pseudonyms, all share a common thread: characters facing the unknown, struggling with their identities, and navigating worlds where reality and fantasy are intertwined. Whether diving into the eerie, the fantastical, or the unsettling, Seanan McGuire’s work invites readers to venture into realms where the impossible feels heartbreakingly real, and where every twist and turn is a promise of something both new and familiar.

InCryptid

These urban fantasy adventures focus on the Price family of cryptozoologists as they seek to protect the cryptids of the world from humanity... and humanity from the cryptids of the world.

InCryptid consists of fourteen books and series is set to expand with the upcoming release of one more book. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.

Discount Armageddon (InCryptid #1)
  ★ 7.16 / 6
Midnight Blue-Light Special (InCryptid #2)
  ★ 8.00 / 3
Half-Off Ragnarok (InCryptid #3)
  ★ 5.66 / 3
Pocket Apocalypse (InCryptid #4)
  ★ 6.00 / 1
Chaos Choreography (InCryptid #5)
  ★ 6.00 / 1
Magic for Nothing (InCryptid #6)
  ★ 8.00 / 1
Tricks for Free (InCryptid #7)
  ★ 7.00 / 1
That Ain't Witchcraft (InCryptid #8)
not yet rated
Imaginary Numbers (InCryptid #9)
  ★ 10.00 / 1
Calculated Risks (InCryptid #10)
  ★ 10.00 / 3
Spelunking Through Hell (InCryptid #11)
not yet rated
Backpacking Through Bedlam (InCryptid #12)
  ★ 8.00 / 1
Aftermarket Afterlife (InCryptid #13)
  ★ 8.00 / 1
Installment Immortality (InCryptid #14)
  ⧗ 8.00 / 1
Butterfly Effects (InCryptid #15)
  ⧗ 8.00 / 1


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