Book details
Circus of the Unseen
Description
Staying alive isn't easy in the world of the dead
After an accident at her grandmother's house, Rosie is transported to a strange and sinister world populated by a cast of carnivalesque characters who reside in the Circus of the Unseen. Reigning over them is an old woman called Mother Matushka, who guards the threshold between life and death and has extraordinary powers over all around her.
This is an in-between world, a bizarre and trapped existence, but Rosie is not like the others here. She seems to be hovering between the world of the living and the world of the dead, and even seems to have the power to challenge Mother Matushka. Can Rosie escape Mother Matushka's formidable rule and a world in limbo? And can she solve another mystery - one that lies at the heart of her grandmother's life?
Age
13-15
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
199 pages
Why to read
- Engaging Storyline: 'Circus of the Unseen' offers readers a captivating and unique narrative that blends fantasy with reality, drawing them into a world of wonder and mystery that is both thrilling and thought-provoking.
- Immersive World-Building: Joanne Owen is known for her ability to create richly detailed and imaginative worlds. This book is no exception, as it transports readers to a fantastical circus setting that is vividly described and full of intrigue.
- Complex Characters: The book features a cast of well-developed characters, each with their own backstories, motivations, and growth throughout the story. Readers will find themselves invested in the protagonists' journeys and rooting for their successes.
- Themes and Messages: 'Circus of the Unseen' explores deep themes such as self-discovery, the nature of reality, and the importance of facing one's fears. These underlying messages provide food for thought and can lead to meaningful reflections long after the last page is turned.