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Caraval

the mesmerising and magical fantasy from the author of Once Upon a Broken Heart
By Stephanie Garber
Series: Caraval
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Caraval by Stephanie Garber is a spellbinding fantasy novel about Scarlett, who receives an invitation to a mysterious, annual performance where the audience participates in the show. Desperate to escape her oppressive father and save her sister, Scarlett embarks on this magical adventure, but quickly learns that everything in Caraval is not what it seems.
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Welcome to Caraval, where nothing is quite as it seems. A mesmerising, magical and stunningly imaginative debut novel for anyone who loved The Night Circus and Daughter of Smoke and Bone.

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The Sunday Times bestseller

Welcome to Caraval, an enchanting and immersive world where nothing is quite what it seems. This captivating debut by Stephanie Garber invites readers into a realm of magic, mystery, and adventure that will leave a lasting impression.

Scarlett Dragna has never left the tiny isle of Trisda, constrained by the iron grip of her abusive father. Since childhood, she has dreamt of experiencing Caraval, the legendary once-a-year performance where the audience becomes part of the show. A letter from the enigmatic showmaster Legend brings the long-awaited invitation, offering Scarlett and her beloved sister Tella a chance to escape their grim reality.

But shortly after their arrival, Tella is kidnapped by Legend himself, thrusting Scarlett into a whirlwind of peril and enchantment. Despite being told that everything in Caraval is an elaborate performance, she cannot shake the fear gripping her heart. The boundaries between reality and illusion blur as she navigates a game of love, magic, and heartbreak. Scarlett must follow the threads of cryptic clues and labyrinthine riddles, racing against time to locate Tella before the game concludes and her sister disappears forever.

Caraval is more than just a game; it's an odyssey filled with twists and turns where dreams and nightmares entwine. Every choice Scarlett makes could have dire consequences, leading her deeper into a world of secrets where even her burgeoning feelings become suspect. As the lines between performance and reality dissolve, Scarlett learns that in Caraval, trusting the wrong person could be the most dangerous decision of all.

Richly atmospheric and profoundly imaginative, Caraval is perfect for fans of magical realism and epic adventure. Stephanie Garber's beautifully woven tale takes readers on an unforgettable journey where fairy tales are brought to life, and nothing is ever as it seems. Dive into the spellbinding world of Caraval—just remember: it's only a game... or is it?

Series: Caraval

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    The #1 Sunday Times bestseller is back with a festive winter treat, set in the world of the bestselling Caraval series! With gorgeous interior illustrations by Rosie Fowinkle. Snowflakes are falling. Invitations are arriving. And holiday magic is swirling in the Capital City of the Meridian Empire. It's Great Holiday Eve Eve. Scarlett Dragna is planning a spectacular Holiday celebration...
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  • Legendary
    A heart to protect. A debt to repay. A game to win. The stunning, internationally bestselling sequel to Caraval. After being swept up in the magical world of Caraval, Donatella Dragna has finally escaped her father and saved her sister Scarlett from a disastrous arranged marriage. The girls should be celebrating, but Tella isn't yet free. She made a desperate...
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  • Caraval
    This paperback edition features a gorgeous new cover design! Discover the Sunday Times bestselling fantasy from Stephanie Garber about two sisters swept up in a mysterious competition filled with magic, heartbreak, and danger. WELCOME TO CARAVAL, WHERE NOTHING IS QUITE WHAT IT SEEMS . . . Scarlett has never left the tiny isle of Trisda, pining from afar for the...
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  • Caraval: the mesmerising Sunday Times bestseller
    BRAND NEW JACKET! LET'S RETURN TO CARAVAL, WHERE NOTHING IS QUITE WHAT IT SEEMS . . . Scarlett has never left the tiny isle of Trisda, pining from afar for the wonder of Caraval, a once-a-year week-long performance where the audience participates in the show. Caraval is Magic. Mystery. Adventure. And for Scarlett and her beloved sister Tella, it represents...
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  • Caraval
    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...
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  • Finale
    Finale is the “thrilling and surprising conclusion” (Entertainment Weekly) to the #1 New York Times bestselling Caraval trilogy. It’s been two months since the Fates were freed, since Legend claimed the throne for his own, and since Tella discovered the boy she fell in love with doesn’t really exist. With lives, empires, and hearts hanging in the balance, Tella must...
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  • Legendary
    The “immersive and imaginative“ (USA TODAY) games continue in the #1 NEW YORK TIMES bestseller Legendary, the mesmerizing sequel to Caraval. Donatella and Scarlett Dragna escaped their cruel father and made it out of Caraval alive, but the games aren’t over yet. What Scarlett doesn’t know is that, in order to gain their freedom, Tella made a deal with a...
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  • Legendary
    A heart to protect. A debt to repay. A game to win. The dazzling, internationally bestselling sequel to Caraval “Extravagantly imaginative and enchanting... Pure magic and escapism.” - Cecelia Ahern After being swept up in the magical world of Caraval, Donatella Dragna has finally managed to escape her father and save her sister, Scarlett, from a disastrous arranged marriage. While...
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  • Caraval
    The Sunday Times bestseller Welcome to Caraval, an enchanting and immersive world where nothing is quite what it seems. This captivating debut by Stephanie Garber invites readers into a realm of magic, mystery, and adventure that will leave a lasting impression. Scarlett Dragna has never left the tiny isle of Trisda, constrained by the iron grip of her abusive father....
    By Stephanie Garber
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Caraval by Stephanie Garber is highly praised for its spellbinding tale of sisterhood, love, and betrayal. Reviews highlight its enchanting, mysterious nature and rich, sumptuous detail. Critics describe the book as a darkly magical adventure that blurs the line between fantasy and reality, creating an intoxicating, labyrinthine plot. The story is noted for its vivid, dream-like quality and imaginative setting, making it a delightful and captivating read.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781473629165

Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 30 November 2017

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Hodder Paperback

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 26.0mm

Width: 174.0mm

Height: 199.0mm

Weight: 289g

Pages: 416

Collections

Fantasy Fiction General Fiction Romantasy (Fantasy Romance) Sci-Fi & Fantasy Series: Caraval Stephanie Garber Young Adult Fantasy

About the Author

Stephanie Garber wanted to be an explorer until she realised most of the world had already been discovered. So she started creating her own worlds, which is why she now writes imaginative fiction. When she's not writing, Stephanie teaches creative writing at a private college in northern California. CARAVAL is her debut novel.

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