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The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern
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it was amazing
bookshelves: audiobooks, i-fell-in-love, reread-worthy

“He will always choose the circus.”

This has to be one of the most raved about books and with good reason. It’s by far one of the most magical and imaginative stories I’ve come across and not to get all Twilighty - or maybe I am - but it has definitely imprinted itself onto my soul. I won’t be letting it go anytime soon. And impossible, most likely.

The circus itself has a life of its own. It’s the main character of the story, the main attraction that draws you in with its allure, it’s magic, mysteries and the wonders it presents.

It became the sole purpose for some and it was interesting to see how different characters within the story became affected by the circus and to see what it meant to them. For some it became a safe haven and for others a purpose to the point of destruction.

What I loved about it the most was the attention to the small details and how that showcased and emphasised that the little things do matter. It added so much character and nuance and magic to the story as a whole, becoming a vivid reality on some occasions. By the end of it, my heart was aching because I didn’t want to part with it, neither did I want it to ever end.

I’m in a daze now. I’m off to reread the last few pages again and hug the book. 🥺
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Reading Progress

October 30, 2019 – Shelved
October 30, 2019 – Shelved as: to-read
November 21, 2020 – Started Reading
November 21, 2020 –
page 23
5.9% "I’m already captivated."
December 19, 2020 –
page 154
39.49% "“Something about the circus stirs their souls, and they ache for it when it is absent.”"
December 20, 2020 –
page 267
68.46% "This story is gorgeous and enchanting and I don’t want it to end."
December 26, 2020 – Shelved as: i-fell-in-love
December 26, 2020 – Shelved as: audiobooks
December 26, 2020 – Shelved as: reread-worthy
December 26, 2020 – Finished Reading

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Ruzana Glaeser loved this book so much!


Warda Ruzana wrote: "loved this book so much!"

I really hope I end up loving it too! 😊


Kaitlin Lorelle I'll be interested to see your thoughts on this one, as your reviews are always in depth and thoughtful. I personally loved it!


Warda Kaitlin wrote: "I'll be interested to see your thoughts on this one, as your reviews are always in depth and thoughtful. I personally loved it!"

Thank you so much!! I’ve concocted some form of a review for this lol but I adored it!


dorian ♕ ♕ Do I need i reread this? I hated it the first time.


Warda Dorian wrote: "Do I need i reread this? I hated it the first time."

Oh no!! I mean it’s worth a try again if you think you’ll feel different about it. Or it might not be your cup of tea lol


Salma19 (And I Darken stan) Beautifully written review Warda! I will hopefully try it soon. Sometimes, fantasy standalones give us all we want in the best way possible.


Warda Salma19 (High Lady of the Dawn Court) wrote: "Beautifully written review Warda! I will hopefully try it soon. Sometimes, fantasy standalones give us all we want in the best way possible."

Thanks Salma! This was a perfect fantasy standalone. Even though I never wanted it to end it was the perfect amount too.


Brandice This book was a pleasant surprise for me, I really liked it!


Warda Brandice wrote: "This book was a pleasant surprise for me, I really liked it!"

I felt the same way. I had no idea what to expect and I had the best time discovering the story.


Lance I read The Starless Sea from this author and really enjoyed it, but I have yet to actually read this despite having read like the first few chapters years ago. Is it worth pushing through the first few chapters?


message 12: by Warda (last edited Dec 27, 2020 10:27AM) (new) - rated it 5 stars

Warda Lance wrote: "I read The Starless Sea from this author and really enjoyed it, but I have yet to actually read this despite having read like the first few chapters years ago. Is it worth pushing through the first..."

I think if you enjoyed The Starless Sea, you’ll enjoy this one too? They’re both quite whimsical and magical. It’s worth a try. 😊


Morgan I can't even describe how much I hated this book!


Warda Morgan wrote: "I can't even describe how much I hated this book!"

Lol well each to their own I guess.


✨ A ✨ this edition is so beautiful, I keep staring at my one 😂


Warda ✨ A ✨ wrote: "this edition is so beautiful, I keep staring at my one 😂"

Does it pale in comparison? lol I'm gonna send you an actual picture. :D


Mwanamali Join the club. I just keep rereading my favorite scenes


✨ A ✨ Warda wrote: "✨ A ✨ wrote: "this edition is so beautiful, I keep staring at my one 😂"

Does it pale in comparison? lol I'm gonna send you an actual picture. :D"


It's the same edition though mine doesn't have the sprayed edges which I'm salty about 😂


Warda mwana wrote: "Join the club. I just keep rereading my favorite scenes"

I’m thinking it might become a yearly reread for me.


Margaret M - (having a challenging time and on GR as much as I can) Glad to see the 5 stars. Excellent review Warda ❤️


Warda Margaret M wrote: "Glad to see the 5 stars. Excellent review Warda ❤️"

Thank you!! It was a really beautiful book! 😊


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