Erin Morgenstern: The night circus (2011, Center Point Large Print)
607 pages
English language
Published Nov. 22, 2011 by Center Point Large Print.
Waging a fierce competition for which they have trained since childhood, circus magicians Celia and Marco unexpectedly fall in love with each other and share a fantastical romance that manifests in fateful ways.
I enjoyed this - it has a very mysterious and decadent atmosphere - but at the same time felt it dragged, especially towards the end where you want there to be a battle of magicians but it almost doesn't work out that way.
This was quite an enjoyable book. I don't think it was as good as The Starless Sea, but it was still fun and had a charming ambience. I wish I could visit a circus as intriguing and magical as this one. The plot jumps a little in time and focuses on the circus and how it relates to the mysterious challenge of the key characters Celia and Marco. The unique setting helps carry the story all the way through.
For a full review, check out my blog: strakul.blogspot.com/2023/02/book-review-night-circus-by-erin.html
