Circus of Wonders by Elizabeth Macneal

Circus of Wonders

Elizabeth Macneal

384 pages • first pub 2021 (editions)

fiction historical literary dark mysterious slow-paced

Description

Set in a spectacular circus in the pleasure gardens of Victorian London, Circus of Wonders is an addictive novel about power, fame, and a love that is threatened by a terrible secret.1866. In a coastal village in southern England, Nell lives set a...

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Community Reviews Summary of 919 reviews

Moods

dark 58%
emotional 57%
adventurous 51%
sad 34%
mysterious 32%
reflective 25%
tense 22%
challenging 17%
hopeful 14%
informative 10%
inspiring 9%
funny 1%
lighthearted 1%
relaxing 1%

Pace

medium 57%
slow 35%
fast 6%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 52% | A mix: 35% | Plot: 11%

Strong character development?

Yes: 64% | It's complicated: 20% | No: 14%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 46% | Yes: 28% | No: 23% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 81% | It's complicated: 11% | No: 6%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 77% | It's complicated: 14% | No: 6%

Average rating

3.62

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