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A review by ashleyerne
The Carnivale of Curiosities by Amiee Gibbs
dark
mysterious
tense
slow-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? Yes
5.0
Thank you to Grand Central Publishing, Amiee Gibbs, and NetGalley for an eARC in exchange for an honest review!
The Carnivale of Curiosities
Publishing July 11, 2023
ποΈ 19th Century London
πͺ Gothic Fantasy
ποΈ Morally Grey Characters
πͺ Slow Burn Romance
Wow. Amiee Gibbs did an amazing job writing The Carnivale of Curiosities! All of the story lines are woven together perfectly. I enjoyed being able to see what the various characters were doing and thinking throughout the story. The gothic atmosphere of the book was incredible, and the historical aspects where amazingly showcased throughout the book.
While reading, I really had no idea who the real villain was. There are so many characters plotting and trying to come out on top, but Gibbs managed to write this in a way that wasnβt confusing and was very interesting.
While there are several villainous characters, there are so many more lovable characters. I love all the children that are part of the Carnivale. I adore Luce, Charlotte, and Dita.
The book has so many unique characters, and I enjoyed getting to know all of them!
This is easily a five star read for me! I have my fingers crossed that Amiee Gibbs will write a sequel. I need to know what happens to these characters next. π₯Ίπ€πΌ
π Please make sure to check TW before reading!
The Carnivale of Curiosities
Publishing July 11, 2023
ποΈ 19th Century London
πͺ Gothic Fantasy
ποΈ Morally Grey Characters
πͺ Slow Burn Romance
Wow. Amiee Gibbs did an amazing job writing The Carnivale of Curiosities! All of the story lines are woven together perfectly. I enjoyed being able to see what the various characters were doing and thinking throughout the story. The gothic atmosphere of the book was incredible, and the historical aspects where amazingly showcased throughout the book.
While reading, I really had no idea who the real villain was. There are so many characters plotting and trying to come out on top, but Gibbs managed to write this in a way that wasnβt confusing and was very interesting.
While there are several villainous characters, there are so many more lovable characters. I love all the children that are part of the Carnivale. I adore Luce, Charlotte, and Dita.
The book has so many unique characters, and I enjoyed getting to know all of them!
This is easily a five star read for me! I have my fingers crossed that Amiee Gibbs will write a sequel. I need to know what happens to these characters next. π₯Ίπ€πΌ
π Please make sure to check TW before reading!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body horror, Child abuse, Child death, Chronic illness, Death, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Gore, Gun violence, Hate crime, Incest, Infidelity, Mental illness, Physical abuse, Rape, Sexual assault, Terminal illness, Violence, Blood, Medical content, Grief, Medical trauma, Death of parent, Murder, Fire/Fire injury, Abandonment, Injury/Injury detail, and Classism