This is a fantasy about two young illusionists, Celia and Marco, who are in a contest for which they have been trained since childhood. They are bound to compete in this game until its conclusion by their ageless masters. This all takes place against the backdrop of a very magical circus that arrives at various sites around the globe without warning and is only open after dark. The circus includes various tents with all sorts of magical performers including Celia who performs illusions that are really magic and not some form of trickery. There is also a contortionist who can fold herself into a small box, a mystical fortune-teller, and other wondrous rooms within the circus. This is also the love story of Celia and Marcos who are competing against each other but to what end? And when will the competition end?
Even though I thought this novel was quite enchanting, for some reason, it really didn't grab me. I had a hard time focusing on the story as it was told from various points in the past. I didn't really hate it but I didn't love this novel either. I usually don't care too much for fantasy and this one was no exception. Mild recommendation overall.
Even though I thought this novel was quite enchanting, for some reason, it really didn't grab me. I had a hard time focusing on the story as it was told from various points in the past. I didn't really hate it but I didn't love this novel either. I usually don't care too much for fantasy and this one was no exception. Mild recommendation overall.
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