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The Circus Train by Amita Parikh
5.0
Book: The Circus Train
Author: Amita Parikh
Genre: Historical Fiction
Publisher: Sphere
Pages: 416
The Circus Train by Amita Parikh is a historical fiction written in the backdrop of World War II. Lena Papadopoulos, a daughter of the one of the finest illusionist Theo, at World of Wonders- a travelling circus that blurs the boundaries of the continent through its magic has a wheelchair as a constant companion, something that she had with her from her childhood. But there is a lot that will be uncovered and discovered in "The Circus Train", specially when a young French orphan, Alexandre, comes there infusion life and magic in the life of Lena! And to know more about them read the book.
As mentioned on the cover of the book - "Brought together by magic. Torn apart by war.", this book and the story lives this statement to the fullest. Being divided into three parts and covering the span of around two decades through 400 plus pages, this book covers so many themes, aspects, emotions, dilemmas, having unexpected turns till the end.
The book has such a detailed character development and at the same time, the fine balance with the plot that it stood out quite well. The relationship of the characters with each other was explored extensively, and I loved how Clara's and Harry's character was written and presented.
Although I admit that the book was a little slow at places but with being slow came the connectivity which I certainly always crave for and it got fulfilled here.
Navigating the themes, problems and life at that time through the protagonists, this book shows the human emotions to its core and accounts for a story that was remarkable and unforgettable! I would highly recommend this book, if you are reading this review, please consider reading the book as well. I am waiting to listen to your thoughts about this book. I'll give it 4.56/5.
Author: Amita Parikh
Genre: Historical Fiction
Publisher: Sphere
Pages: 416
The Circus Train by Amita Parikh is a historical fiction written in the backdrop of World War II. Lena Papadopoulos, a daughter of the one of the finest illusionist Theo, at World of Wonders- a travelling circus that blurs the boundaries of the continent through its magic has a wheelchair as a constant companion, something that she had with her from her childhood. But there is a lot that will be uncovered and discovered in "The Circus Train", specially when a young French orphan, Alexandre, comes there infusion life and magic in the life of Lena! And to know more about them read the book.
As mentioned on the cover of the book - "Brought together by magic. Torn apart by war.", this book and the story lives this statement to the fullest. Being divided into three parts and covering the span of around two decades through 400 plus pages, this book covers so many themes, aspects, emotions, dilemmas, having unexpected turns till the end.
The book has such a detailed character development and at the same time, the fine balance with the plot that it stood out quite well. The relationship of the characters with each other was explored extensively, and I loved how Clara's and Harry's character was written and presented.
Although I admit that the book was a little slow at places but with being slow came the connectivity which I certainly always crave for and it got fulfilled here.
Navigating the themes, problems and life at that time through the protagonists, this book shows the human emotions to its core and accounts for a story that was remarkable and unforgettable! I would highly recommend this book, if you are reading this review, please consider reading the book as well. I am waiting to listen to your thoughts about this book. I'll give it 4.56/5.