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Novel • Fiction
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Fantasy•
RomanceVarious Locations • Late 1800s
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Good & Evil2011
Doubleday
Adult
18+ years
950L
The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern tells the story of the rivalry between two different forms of magic and the competition and love affair between two young magicians, Celia and Marco, who are destined to face each other in a magical duel to the death, set against the backdrop of a mysterious traveling circus that serves as the venue for their inevitable confrontation. The book includes references to suicide.
Mysterious
Fantastical
Romantic
Bittersweet
Melancholic
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The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern offers a lush, imaginative setting and a dreamlike narrative that captivates readers. The novel's atmospheric prose and enchanting circus world are widely praised, but some critics find the plot and character development lacking. Overall, it's a compelling read for those seeking a whimsical escape.
A reader who enjoys The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern is likely captivated by enchanting, atmospheric tales with rich, vivid descriptions. They appreciate magical realism and intricate, intertwining storylines. Fans of The Time Traveler’s Wife and Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell would find Morgenstern’s work equally mesmerizing and immersive.
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A magician trained by the mysterious Man in Grey, known for his skills in mind control and creating illusions, eventually becoming a part of the circus world.
A tarot card reader at the circus, originally connected to Marco, who plays a significant role in maintaining the circus's magical balance through her spell work.
Celia's father and mentor, once a renowned magician, who now exists in a spiritual form and orchestrates magical duels.
The visionary creator of the Night Circus who faces struggles with his mental health and is unknowingly under magical influence.
A powerful and ancient magician who trained Marco, known for his mysterious and emotionless demeanor, involved in organizing magical duels.
A young boy enamored with the circus who becomes intrinsically linked to its fate and future.
One of the red-haired twins born the night the circus opened, possessing the ability to foresee future events.
The twin brother of Poppet, gifted with the ability to see into the past, with a strong connection to the circus's history.
The designer of the intricate clock at the center of the circus, known for his correspondence with Celia and contributions to the circus's allure.
A talented contortionist performer at the circus with a storied past involving her own magical training and experiences.
391
Novel • Fiction
•
Fantasy•
RomanceVarious Locations • Late 1800s
•
Good & Evil2011
Doubleday
Adult
18+ years
950L
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