The Circus at the End of the Sea

Written by Lori R. Snyder

An orphan girl must save a magical circus from peril.

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304 pages· ~720L

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Bookroo's summary

Maddy Adriana, an orphan drawn to the extraordinary, stumbles upon a hidden magical circus in Venice Beach. Finally feeling at home, she faces a dire threat to this enchanting world. To save it, Maddy must confront dark magic and her deepest fears. Will she find the courage to protect the place she longs to call home? Discover the magic of belonging and bravery in this captivating tale.

From the publisher

A vibrant and enchanting debut novel about an orphan girl who discovers a magical circus, perfect for fans of Kelly Barnhill and Rebecca Stead! Maddy Adriana knows that magic is real. All her life, her heart has pulled her towards things too perfect to be ordinary. One day, that tug leads her to a magical street circus, hidden in plain sight among the canals and boardwalks of Venice Beach. For the first time in Maddy’s life, she finally feels like she belongs. But the circus is in grave danger. Maddy will need to confront the frightening side of magic, as well as her own deepest fears, if she’s to have any hope of saving the place she dreams of calling home. This unforgettable debut shows readers the magic of following your heart and finding where you belong.

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