Fantasy full of action, adventure, suspense, terror and magic for all ages is here!
Dive into a captivating tale of dark young adult fantasy set against the mesmerizing backdrop of a fantasy circus. "Harlequin," from the author of "I Am Not Dead" and "Beneath the Rainbow," transports you to a world of magical realism circus where secrets lurk beneath the big top. Perfect for fans of Holly Black, Leigh Bardugo, Stephen King, Samantha Shannon and Erin Morgenstern, this novel will enthrall you with its gothic thriller style and complex characters.
An dark fantasy and supernatural young adult fantasy full of suspense and magical realism in English, Portuguese, French, Greek, Japanese and Italian.
Author's note: Let the show begin!
Synopsis:
Come and see!
The show is about to begin.
Amerie's calm ends when the "Fantasy Circus of Drec Gutan" arrives to the city of Verno accompanied by dark secrets. Memories of a tormented childhood are still latent. It is time to take off the mask and the truth to be known.
Unlike Amerie, Ashel is unaware of the circus's terrible past and sees in it an escape from a home deprived of love. Luckily, Neylan appears in his life. Like him, he holds much more within than he can tell. Together they will discover not only a friendship that Ashel has never felt, but also a new world of sensations.
Magic, legends, fantasy beings... And the haunting sound of bells.
What will you find?
- A genre-bending story: dark young adult fantasy, magical realism circus, gothic thriller, and horror with a gothic touch.
- Unforgettable characters on a journey of self-discovery, friendship, and overcoming challenges, with LGBTQ+ young adult representation.
- A circus as fascinating as it is dangerous, filled with hidden secrets.
- Values such as overcoming fear and young adult bullying.
- Circus magic like you've never seen before.
Uncover a world of never-before-seen circus magic, where friendship and overcoming challenges intertwine with mystery and danger. "Harlequin" is a story about family, freedom, and the courage to face one's fears. With an atmosphere reminiscent of V.E. Schwab's works, this novel will immerse you in a journey of self-discovery with LGBTQ+ young adult representation and valuable lessons about bullying.
"Harlequin is a captivating young adult dark fantasy novel with elements of magical realism and gothic fiction."
"Fans of supernatural thrillers and LGBTQ+ fiction will be drawn to the suspenseful and inclusive world of Harlequin."
About this book:
Genre: dark fantasy, gothic fiction, mahgical realism, supernatural thriller, action & adventure, coming of age, fantasy & magic.
Audience: Middle-grade, teen, young adult, adult.
The show is about to begin... dare to enter this supernatural suspense story you won't be able to put down?
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A juvenile fantasy novel full with magical realism and suspense is here!
Author's note: Let the show begin!
Synopsis:
Come and see!
The show is about to begin.
Amerie's calm ends when the "Fantasy Circus of Drec Gutan" arrives to the city of Verno accompanied by dark secrets. Memories of a tormented childhood are still latent. It is time to take off the mask and the truth to be known.
Unlike Amerie, Ashel is unaware of the circus's terrible past and sees in it an escape from a home deprived of love. Luckily, Neylan appears in his life. Like him, he holds much more within than he can tell. Together they will discover not only a friendship that Ashel has never felt, but also a new world of sensations.
Magic, legends, fantasy beings... And the haunting sound of bells.
What will you find?
1 Hints of mystery, thriller, terror, gore and a gothic touch.
2 Strong principles such as the importance of family, love, friendship, sexual freedom, fear or bullying.
3 The magic of the original circus.
4 A story of self-improvement.
What readers say:
"A dark past is hidden under the grand marquee. A story of legends. Friendship, magic and forgotten grudges. A melody predestined to sweeten your ears. Strange events, intrigue and a cynical and scathing task, interwoven by the threads of a hostile being... Delving into this gothic and different narrative deserves more than a simple applause. Come and see. Let the show begin!" Carlos Gran - Writer.
"Harlequin has become my best reading of the year. Something so shocking and unpredictable has not fallen into my hands in a long time. You cannot stop reading! The show has just begun!" Patricia Gómez - Writer.