The Night Circus

The Night Circus (2011) by Erin Morgenstern. One of the most beautiful, and beautifully written, books I have read. The Night Circus depicts a world in which there are two kinds of magicians -- illusionists and real magicians. Morgenstern's descriptions of magic being performed by true magicians are multiplistic and filled with color and movement. When two rival magicians choose two proteges to compete with each other, they set in motion forces which even they cannot control. The two proteges fall in love, and the marvelous circus which they have created and maintained is preserved. This work reminds me a little of Steven Millhauser, a little of Ray Bradbury. It is certainly a worthwhile read. Grade: A-