Morgenstern, E. (2011). The night
circus: A novel. New York: Doubleday.
ISBN: 9780307744432 516 pages (paperback)
Price: $15.00
Other Formats: Hardcover, eBook, large
print, and audio book
Recommended for ages 15 and older
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Awards: 2012 Alex Award
Annotation:
Prospero the Enchanter believes that magic is inherited. Secretive Mr. A.H.
believes magic can be taught. Proteges Celia and Marco will determine which
theory is correct once and for all.
“Opens at Nightfall. Closes at Dawn.”
Celia and Marco are a pawn in a
competition between provoked by 2 old adversaries. Celia is the only daughter
of a famous illusionist named Prospero the Enchanter. A mysterious stranger
only known as Mr. A.H. adopted Marco long ago. Prospero and A.H. have a
long-standing feud that centers on the true origin of magic. As young children,
both Celia and Marco are forced to train for a duel of powers, whose purpose is
as mysterious to them as the Le Cirque des Reves (The Circus of Dreams). This
otherworldly circus only operates at night and is home to an eccentric group of
characters. As Celia and Marco grow into young adulthood their magical prowess
is beyond what their mentors could have ever dreamed. When it is finally time
for this sinister battle to commence, Le Cirque des Reves is the perfect arena.
Who will become the ultimate victor?
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