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amandarae327's review against another edition
3.0
3.5⭐️ Definitely an interesting read! This book is about a creepy magic-fueled circus that consumes bits of its patron’s personalities, and our FMC Cora ends up making more than an unwilling contribution.
I really liked that we get Simon’s(The Pupateer) POV. He’s creepy but still kind of hot?
Cora being so thick at times is a bit annoying and I did not like Trent’s character at all. I thought her friendship with him and Emily was focused on with no real meaning to the story.
This book is definitely more out there, and not in a dark-romance dark kind of way, but more so a creepy horror movie way. I am giving the second book a go though because I’m all for a toxic romance, and I want to find out more about the magic each of the circus members have and what becomes of Cora.
I really liked that we get Simon’s(The Pupateer) POV. He’s creepy but still kind of hot?
Cora being so thick at times is a bit annoying and I did not like Trent’s character at all. I thought her friendship with him and Emily was focused on with no real meaning to the story.
This book is definitely more out there, and not in a dark-romance dark kind of way, but more so a creepy horror movie way. I am giving the second book a go though because I’m all for a toxic romance, and I want to find out more about the magic each of the circus members have and what becomes of Cora.
mybetterhabits's review against another edition
dark
funny
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
ladybug666's review against another edition
2.0
Was alright. Interesting twist with Simon having to sponsor Cora.
I was pretty bored a lot. Her inner dialogue and questioning were too repetitive. This book shouldn’t have taken as long as it did, but I spaced out so much. It could not hold me, so I finally started skimming. It’s a shame because the world and characters intrigued me at first, but the writing was… not very fluid.
I tried to think of it as a fanfic, but I’ve been more captivated by fanfics.
There were some laugh out loud moments from Simon’s dialogue. But he seemed inconsistent. I… wanted him to be scarier? I mean yeah he’s twisted, but I’m hoping there’s more of him doing in the next book.
I did not care if Trent lived or died. He did not give two shits about her. And she was getting pulled in all these different directions. Her pain made her life limited and sad, so get eaten by the faire. Her friend was going to die, so do the faire. Or become a puppet. It all made sense in the end but it was all very basic. And it was annoying to hear her going back and forth a lot.
Cool, show me more why he is dangerous other than his volatile temper. It’s so irritating that this book didn’t show him dumping her in the rain. Just that it had happened. Would’ve been so much more impactful seeing him so it.
I was pretty bored a lot. Her inner dialogue and questioning were too repetitive. This book shouldn’t have taken as long as it did, but I spaced out so much. It could not hold me, so I finally started skimming. It’s a shame because the world and characters intrigued me at first, but the writing was… not very fluid.
I tried to think of it as a fanfic, but I’ve been more captivated by fanfics.
There were some laugh out loud moments from Simon’s dialogue. But he seemed inconsistent. I… wanted him to be scarier? I mean yeah he’s twisted, but I’m hoping there’s more of him doing in the next book.
I did not care if Trent lived or died. He did not give two shits about her. And she was getting pulled in all these different directions. Her pain made her life limited and sad, so get eaten by the faire. Her friend was going to die, so do the faire. Or become a puppet. It all made sense in the end but it was all very basic. And it was annoying to hear her going back and forth a lot.
Cool, show me more why he is dangerous other than his volatile temper. It’s so irritating that this book didn’t show him dumping her in the rain. Just that it had happened. Would’ve been so much more impactful seeing him so it.
luckyblueninja's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
sarahblessing's review
4.0
very fun, I did expect it to be a tad sexier but I assume the later books pick up that slack? I enjoyed it and will definitely continue the series. kind of like an adult Cirque du Freak or Caraval, both of which I loved so no surprise I liked this too
amna99's review
3.0
Edit: demoted a star because I’ve read on in the series and *spoilers*
The main antagonist of the series is the only Muslim character. Thanks I guess?
The main antagonist of the series is the only Muslim character. Thanks I guess?
candyperfumegirl's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.75
dalenora's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
lizbayonette's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
I loved this book. I could see Tim Burton adapting it into something. I love Simon and Cora on a spiritual level. Characters are so lovable. I don’t give it a 5 because I know this was just the beginning.