The Night Circus: A Novel
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The circus arrives without warning, with no announcements preceding it. It is simply there, when yesterday it was not. Within the black-and-white striped canvas tents lies an utterly unique experience, full of breathtaking amazements. This circus is called Le Cirque des Rêves, and it is only open at night.
However, behind the scenes, a fierce competition is underway: a duel between two young magicians, Celia and Marco, who have been trained since childhood expressly for this purpose by their mercurial instructors. Unbeknownst to them both, this is a game in which only one can be left standing.
Despite the high stakes, Celia and Marco soon tumble headfirst into love, setting off a domino effect of dangerous consequences, and leaving the lives of everyone, from the performers to the patrons, hanging in the balance.
This spellbinding novel, a NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER, captures the world's imagination as it defies both the genres of love story and fable, as described by The Boston Globe.
The circus is a place of wonder and enchantment, where the extraordinary and the impossible become reality. Yet, beneath the surface, a battle of wits and skill is being fought, with the two protagonists, Celia and Marco, as its unwitting participants.
Trained from a young age by their enigmatic mentors, the two magicians are pitted against each other in a game with only one possible victor. As they navigate the intricate world of the circus, they find themselves drawn to each other, their growing love threatening to upend the very foundations of the competition.
The narrative weaves together the stories of the circus performers and the patrons, each person's life intertwined with the outcome of the duel between Celia and Marco. The stakes are high, and the consequences of their actions ripple outwards, leaving no one untouched.
This captivating novel defies genre conventions, blending elements of romance, fantasy, and suspense into a cohesive and immersive tale. The reader is transported into the mesmerizing world of Le Cirque des Rêves, where the line between reality and illusion becomes increasingly blurred.
Through the skilled hands of the author, the reader is compelled to follow the journeys of Celia and Marco, to root for their love, and to wonder at the extraordinary feats that unfold within the confines of the circus tents. This is a story that lingers long after the final page is turned, a testament to the power of imagination and the enduring appeal of the magical.
product information:
Attribute | Value | ||||
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publisher | Anchor Books; First Edition (July 3, 2012) | ||||
language | English | ||||
paperback | 516 pages | ||||
isbn_10 | 9780307744432 | ||||
isbn_13 | 978-0307744432 | ||||
lexile_measure | 950L | ||||
item_weight | 14.6 ounces | ||||
dimensions | 5.14 x 1.07 x 8 inches | ||||
best_sellers_rank | #3,124 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #25 in Historical Fantasy (Books) #322 in Romantic Fantasy (Books) #420 in Literary Fiction (Books) | ||||
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