Caraval (Caraval, 1)
Welcome, welcome to CARAVAL, Stephanie Garber's enchanting, NEW YORK TIMES bestselling fantasy debut about two sisters swept up in a mysterious competition filled with magic, heartbreak, and danger
Scarlett has never left the tiny island where she and her beloved sister, Tella, live with their powerful and cruel father. Now Scarlett's father has arranged a marriage for her, and Scarlett thinks her dreams of seeing Caraval, the far-away, once-a-year performance where the audience participates in the show, are over. But this year, Scarlett's long-dreamt-of invitation finally arrives. With the help of a mysterious sailor, Tella whisks Scarlett away to attend. Only, as soon as they arrive, Tella is kidnapped by Caraval's mastermind organizer, Legend. It turns out that this season's Caraval revolves around Tella, and whoever finds her first is the winner. Scarlett has been told that everything that happens during Caraval is only an elaborate performance. But whether Caraval is real or not, she must find Tella before the five nights of the game are over, and her sister disappears forever. Continue the adventure in Legendary and Finale--out now!BUY THE BOOK
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Alright what the hell did I just read. But like in a good way? Twists and turns doesn't even begin to explain it. Every time I thought I knew what's going on, the book looked at me, winked, and turned itself upside down. It was an adventure within a game and something I would recommend to anyone that enjoys fantasy, historical fiction, a bit of romance and thrillers. For a book I wasn't completely sold on, it ended up being RIGHT up my alley. Great book and I'm totally hoping for a sequel. That epilogue though right?
Update after second read:
No. Just no. It was okay. But the characters were boring and trope-y. I can see the âwhoâs whoâ already. Just not worth it. The story and language can be quite rich at times but I think it couldâve been better honestly. Iâm changing my stars from 5 down to 3. I think if Iâm honest itâs more like a 2.5.
Update after second read:
No. Just no. It was okay. But the characters were boring and trope-y. I can see the âwhoâs whoâ already. Just not worth it. The story and language can be quite rich at times but I think it couldâve been better honestly. Iâm changing my stars from 5 down to 3. I think if Iâm honest itâs more like a 2.5.
3.5 stars
The fact that this book took me nearly 5 months to read tells you everything.
My expectations were so much higher and I honestly feel disappointed. I'm not exactly sure what I didn't like about the book, but it just wasn't my cup of tea.
I feel like most of it was really boring and then they decided to add lots of details to the last 100 pages of the book, I was not really a fan of the writing either.
Scarlett which was the main character throughout most of the book was so annoying and dumb.
This would have been a 3 star but the last page in the book, boosted it up a bit.
The fact that this book took me nearly 5 months to read tells you everything.
My expectations were so much higher and I honestly feel disappointed. I'm not exactly sure what I didn't like about the book, but it just wasn't my cup of tea.
I feel like most of it was really boring and then they decided to add lots of details to the last 100 pages of the book, I was not really a fan of the writing either.
Scarlett which was the main character throughout most of the book was so annoying and dumb.
This would have been a 3 star but the last page in the book, boosted it up a bit.
This is my 4th time reading this book and I still just love it! I only wish Scarlet had explored more in the magical city with all the shops!
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