Okay.Īnyway, we have a large family where everyone has some particular 'fate.' Some are easier to deal with than others. In our example, fate is being offered during the red crescent moon by a giant golden were-alligator. And, as you recall from plays like Oedipus Rex for example, fate always wins. However, the weird ideas behind the plot reminded me of Greek classics and the fight between humans and fate. This was a very good book and a very fun read. While in many cases the narration enhances the story, this was not the case in this audiobook. The more serious plot lines (Tumble's family tragedy) seemed to be given equal weight with sillier ones (one cousin's fake talent and cousin Jenna's fear of hamsters).
There are a couple of side plots in this story, and, for me, there was just too much going on. Blue meets Tumble, a quirky neighbor who is trying to make up for a tragic event by performing heroic acts.
The number of relatives is overwhelming to Blue (and me, too).
Blue's curse is that he can never win at anything. As I read, I kept looking for the things I had loved about Circus Mirandus, and while I found some similarities (unlikely boy-girl friendship, grandparent in trouble, a magical element, a seemingly impossible and mysterious feat to be accomplished, a selfless act) they didn't gel in a way that made me care about the outcome.īlue is dropped off for the summer at his grandmother's house, where we meet his large extended family, all of whom are either "cursed" or bestowed with talents. Unfortunately, I did not like it nearly as much. I loved Circus Mirandus, and I was so excited to read this book. (And if I'm too slow to respond on Goodreads, you can also say hello on TWITTER or on INSTAGRAM.) I had a lot of fun with this one, and I hope you will, too! October 1 is right around the corner, and you can pre-order the book now just about everywhere.įeel free to friend, follow, or message me! It may take a while, but I try to get back in touch with everyone. The Bird Woman is back, and she's more dangerous than ever. He's dealing with all sorts of new challenges, including the return of his long-lost grandmother. This story was my chance to give readers a backstage pass to the circus and let people discover the nooks and crannies that I couldn't show the first time around.Īnd Micah's coming into his own as a magician in this book.
I always want to see behind the scenes of a magical world. Of course I love all of my stories, but I think Bootlace is the book that best matches my tastes as a reader. It's the sequel to Circus Mirandus, and I feel like this one is for readers who finished that book and thought, "Okay, I'm ready for more of the circus, more of Micah learning about his talent, and lots more magic." The Bootlace Magician is coming on October 1! I'm so, so, so happy about this story. Author of Circus Mirandus, Tumble & Blue, and The Bootlace Magician.
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