Book: The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern
Reviewer: Grace, 11th grade
Star Rating: 5
The circus arrives without warning. From this enigmatic first line emerges The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern, a masterfully-woven web of magic, romance, and intrigue. The story follows the mysterious traveling Cirque des Rêves (Circus of Dreams), open only at night, which delights patrons and readers alike with an assortment of astonishing exhibitions. Its iconic black and white striped tents, more than just the manifestation of unbridled imagination, are the backdrop of a duel between Marco and Celia, young magicians who have been training their entire lives for one cryptic, critical game. The inevitable contest is complicated by the star-crossed love affair which blossoms between them, and its outcome will ultimately determine the fate of the circus and everyone involved.
The narrative unfolds by way of seemingly separate storylines; characters and settings shift with each new chapter and the action jumps back and forth in time. Each chapter adds a piece to the puzzle of the circus, creating an intricate account of the enchanting spectacle and the opposing powers that control it, and the storylines are propelled by gorgeous imagery and poetic language toward their ultimate, elegant convergence.
To me, The Night Circus reads like a symphony. Engaging to the very end, the book evokes emotions ranging from awe to sadness to profound joy. It is a masterpiece not to be missed by fans of fantasy, romance, and magic.
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