The Magic Springs Food Men is a popular food and beverage provider at the Magic Springs Theme Park in Hot Springs, Arkansas. This establishment offers a wide variety of delicious and convenient options for visitors to enjoy during their time at the park. One of the main attractions at Magic Springs Food Men is its range of tasty snacks. From classic favorites such as popcorn, pretzels, and cotton candy to more unique offerings like funnel cakes and fried Oreos, there is something to satisfy every craving. These snacks are perfect for munching on while strolling through the park or waiting in line for a thrilling ride. In addition to snacks, Magic Springs Food Men also offers a selection of full meals.
"Sarah Hogle's Just Like Magic is a brilliant and totally bonkers romance told with hilarious, effervescent charm. Imagine spinning in blissful abandon amongst sparkling lights and rollicking music, then being caught by steady arms before you fall. That's what reading this book is like. It's sheer joy and true heart and utterly glorious pandemonium, and I adored it." --India Holton, author of The Wisteria Society of Lady Scoundrels
Just Like Magic gives us the most unlikeable heroine and the most unlikely hero, and by the end you want nothing more than for them to find happiness together. Hogle has the unique ability to take an absolutely bonkers premise and spin it into an instant classic--this will be a keeper on our holiday shelf for a long time.
In addition to snacks, Magic Springs Food Men also offers a selection of full meals. Visitors can indulge in classic theme park fare like hamburgers, hot dogs, and pizza, or opt for more substantial options such as chicken tenders and BBQ sandwiches. These meals are a convenient and filling choice for those looking to refuel before continuing their park adventures.
Review: Just Like Magic by Sarah Hogle
When I’d read Sarah Hogle’s debut novel You Deserve Each Other, I fell hard and fast for her work. Her writing managed to both tickle my funny bone and track a good bucket full of tears down my cheeks. After reading the synopsis for Just Like Magic, I was intrigued by the nature and premise of the story that the book promised.
When the book begins, you find your heart heavy and your emotions tangled, unsure how to feel for the protagonist and her situation. You feel sorry for her… but you don’t particularly like her. For a good thirty percent of the book, Hogle quietly sets a stage that we don’t see the beauty of until the very end.
My biggest advice for any reader who picks up Just Like Magic is: trust the author and stick to the book. The author’s writing is what makes this whole book work. The concept of the book is bizarre, but Hogle’s words make it wonderfully so. As the pages turn you start to see deeper meaning, painful wounds and a search for love and acceptance. And who can’t relate to that? Hogle’s writing is certainly what sets her apart and can elevate any normal story to something special.
The set-up and plot is all that the blurb promises it to be. It’s about an accidental conjuring of a holiday spirit and the comical and heart moving results of it at a family Christmas holiday. However, that’s not all the book is about. The book has layers of emotions, mystery, lots of characters that you somehow grow to love, a sunshine and grump trope between the protagonists, comical lies and their even more comical consequences and most importantly: humour and love. Also a dollop of emotion that will guarantee tears during the last twenty percent of the book.
The characters in the book are aplenty, to the point that sometimes some names blur. However, Hogle intends it that way, adding humour to it and making us laugh about the confusion. She has a certain trick that she uses in her books. She writes her characters initially by shining light on all their faults—be it the protagonists or the secondary characters. Then somehow (even the reader isn’t sure when) the characters showcase parts of themselves that endear us to them. Suddenly you know everyone’s name, their favourite colour, how they take their tea and you see their vulnerabilities and their kindness. She does this with the protagonist and she does this with every single person you may have had a problem connecting with in the story.
The book never particularly felt off in its pace but post 30% it certainly feels like more. More lovely, more warm, more funny, more endearing, just more. It’s a strange happening where the reader is caught up in the protagonist’s emotional mind space; so when she’s happy you’re happy when she’s sad, you’re crying, when the things around her are in a flurry you’re flustered and when she stops to look at the sky, you breathe the quiet air right with her. I stand by my statement: Hogle’s writing is her greatest most precious asset.
In fact Just Like Magic was so beautiful to me that for the first time in my life, I wasn’t even looking for a “perfect ending”. Wherever the heroine was at that very moment felt perfect to me. That’s a great feat to achieve for me as a reader who’s constantly looking to read a typical HEA.
Additionally it’s hard to write a book that’s a cross between contemporary and a somewhat fantasy trope without the latter overtaking the former. As readers we categorise books that have even a little bit of not-real elements in them, as a fantasy book in our minds. However, at some point while I was reading, I realised Just Like Magic didn’t feel like an impossible book… it felt real. Like it could happen to you. It was like a watching a Hallmark movie! A big ten on ten from me!
Just Like Magic is available from Amazon, Book Depository, and other good book retailers, like your local bookstore.
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Bettie Hughes once knew the comfort of luxury, flaunting a ridiculous collection of designer shoes and a stealthy addiction to CBD oils. That is, until her parents snipped her purse strings. Long obsessed with her public image, Bettie boasts an extravagant lifestyle on social media. But the reality is: Bettie is broke and squatting in Colorado, and her family has no idea.
Christmas, with its pressure to meet familial expectations, is looming when a drunk Bettie plays a vinyl record of “All I Want for Christmas Is You” backwards and accidentally conjures Hall, an unexpectedly charming Holiday Spirit in the form of a man. Once the shock wears off, Bettie knows she’s stumbled upon the greatest gift: a chance to make all her holiday wishes come true, plus a ready-made fiancé.
But as the wiles of magic lose their charm, Bettie finds herself set off-kilter by Hall’s sweet gestures. Suddenly, Bettie is finding her heart merry and light. But the happier she gets, the shorter Hall’s time on earth grows. Can Bettie channel the Christmas spirit and learn to live with goodwill toward all men? Or will her selfish ways come back as soon as the holidays are over?
From the author of Twice Shy comes a sprightly Christmas novel, a rollicking romp through the absurdity of family holidays and the hope of new love.
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For those looking for a healthier option, Magic Springs Food Men also provides a variety of salads and fresh fruit cups. These lighter choices are a great alternative for those watching their calorie intake or hoping to maintain a balanced diet while enjoying their day at the park. To complement their food offerings, Magic Springs Food Men also serves a variety of refreshing beverages. Guests can choose from a selection of soft drinks, bottled water, and specialty drinks like slushies and lemonade. These beverages are a great way to stay hydrated and cool down on a hot summer day. Overall, the Magic Springs Food Men is a convenient and delicious option for visitors to the Magic Springs Theme Park. Whether guests are in the mood for a quick snack, a full meal, or a refreshing beverage, this establishment has something to suit every taste. The next time you visit Magic Springs, be sure to check out the Magic Springs Food Men for a satisfying and enjoyable dining experience..
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1. Emily - 2/5 stars - I was really disappointed with the food at Magic Springs. The options were very limited and the quality was subpar. The prices were also outrageous for what you were getting. I tried a burger and it was dry and tasteless. The fries were overcooked and the portion size was small. Overall, I wouldn't recommend eating here and suggest bringing your own food instead.
2. Jason - 1/5 stars - I have never had such a terrible dining experience. The food at Magic Springs was absolutely disgusting. The hot dogs were cold and rubbery, the pizza was greasy and flavorless, and the chicken tenders were soggy and undercooked. I couldn't even finish my meal because it was so unappetizing. Save your money and eat elsewhere if you visit this park.
3. Sarah - 2/5 stars - The food options at Magic Springs were very limited and not worth the price. The lines were long and the staff seemed overwhelmed. I ended up getting a salad, but it was wilted and tasted like it had been sitting out for hours. The whole dining experience was a letdown and I would recommend eating before you arrive or bringing your own food.
4. Mike - 2/5 stars - The food at Magic Springs left a lot to be desired. The burgers were dry and lacking flavor, the chicken nuggets were bland and overcooked, and the drinks were watered down. The prices were also quite high for such low-quality food. It's not worth spending your money on the disappointing food options at this park.