
When the sisters’ long-awaited invitations to Caraval finally arrive, it seems their dreams have come true. And for Scarlett and her beloved sister Tella it represents freedom and an escape from their ruthless, abusive father. 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.Ĭaraval is Magic. Welcome to Caraval, where nothing is quite what it seems. Follow on Twitter for behinds the scenes goings on from our Art Department.įeast your eyes on the cover and scroll on down to find out more about Caraval… We didn’t pull this cover out of a hat it was created by Hodder’s very own Alasdair Oliver. Magical books deserve magical covers, and it’s time to reveal all… “This twisty, terrifically fun page-turner is a must-have fantasy debut.In January we publish Caraval, Stephanie Garber’s debut novel about a magical game where nothing is as it seems. “Destined to capture imaginations.” - Kirkus Reviews A spellbinding tale of love, loss, sacrifice, and hope.” - Publishers Weekly, starred review “Impressive, original, wondrous.” - USA Today “ The Hunger Games meets The Night Circus. Garber succeeds marvelously in broadening this magical, seductive world.” - New York Daily NewsĪ best book of the year ( Entertainment Weekly, Teen Vogue, Publishers Weekly, Goodreads, BuzzFeed, and more)! “ Caraval was a rollercoaster ride of twists and turns, and the latest installment lives up to that standard and more. Dark, seductive, over-the-top: Characters and book alike will enthrall those who choose to play.” - Kirkus Reviews Themes of love, betrayal, and the price of magic (and desire) swirl like Caraval’s enchantments, and Dante’s sensuous kisses will thrill readers as much as they do Tella. The pacing is impeccable, with urgency increasing to an almost breathless point as Tella runs from clue to clue, while bittersweet truths and devastating betrayals unfold.” - The Bulletin, starred review “The setting of the game is fantastic in its spectacle and intrigue, and Garber pushes her world building even further. maybe even legendary.” - The Minneapolis Star-Tribune “A fantastic world reminiscent of Harry Potter’s Diagon Alley. “ Legendary is a whirlwind adventure that contains vivid, complex, and enchanting characters you'll want to follow to the last page.” - BuzzFeed (Best YA Book of the Year) Fans of Caraval will love it, and new readers will be enthralled by this immersive and imaginative world.” - USA TODAY “Themes of love, betrayal, family and forgiveness are explored as the narrative ratchets up the tension toward a conclusion that will leave readers clamoring for more.
