2025’s Best Caraval Goodreads: Top 11 Reviewed

Our list of 'caraval goodreads' books will guide you through enchanting stories full of magic, mystery, and captivating adventures.

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Hey there, book lovers! If you’re on the hunt for the best ‘caraval goodreads’ inspired readings, we’ve got you covered. Our selection is based on enchanting worlds, mysterious plots, and characters that leap off the page. We want stories where magic feels real and every twist surprises. Whether you’re a fantasy newbie or a seasoned reader, there’s something special for everyone in this list. So, let’s journey through these spellbinding tales sure to captivate your imagination!

On this list:

11 The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern

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  • Genre: Fantasy
  • Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, Kindle
  • Year released: 2011
  • Pages: 387

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Magical, mysterious, and with a circus that only opens at night, this book keeps you enchanted and slightly lightheaded.

10 The Starless Sea by Erin Morgenstern

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  • Genre: Fantasy
  • Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, Kindle
  • Year released: 2019
  • Pages: 498

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A labyrinthine tale of secret worlds and hidden stories. We might’ve gotten lost a few times, but oh what an adventure!

9 Daughter of Smoke and Bone by Laini Taylor

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  • Genre: Fantasy
  • Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, Kindle
  • Year released: 2011
  • Pages: 418

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An angel and demon saga in Prague. With magic and romance, it makes everyday feel like a postcard.

8 The Hazel Wood by Melissa Albert

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  • Genre: Fantasy
  • Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, Kindle
  • Year released: 2018
  • Pages: 368

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A sinister fairy tale come to life. It feels like eating a candy with a sharp edge.

7 Neverwhere by Neil Gaiman

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  • Genre: Fantasy
  • Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, Kindle
  • Year released: 1996
  • Pages: 370

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A dark and whimsical exploration of a London beneath London. It makes rush hour seem almost whimsical.

6 The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern

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  • Genre: Fantasy
  • Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, Kindle
  • Year released: 2011
  • Pages: 387

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A whimsical tale full of magic and wonder with unforgettable characters that make every page a carnival of emotions.

5 Cirque du Freak by Darren Shan

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  • Genre: Fantasy, Horror
  • Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, Kindle
  • Year released: 2000
  • Pages: 266

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This book sucks you into a world of freaks and vampires. Our inner 12-year-old loved it!

4 Inkheart by Cornelia Funke

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  • Genre: Fantasy
  • Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, Kindle
  • Year released: 2003
  • Pages: 534

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Books brought to life in a magical story. It’s like a lovely chaos where reading becomes a superpower.

3 The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern

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  • Genre: Fantasy
  • Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, Kindle
  • Year released: 2011
  • Pages: 387

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Enchanting, with its mystical circus and spellbinding storytelling, it feels like stepping into a dream.

2 Legendary by Stephanie Garber

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  • Genre: Fantasy
  • Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, Kindle
  • Year released: 2018
  • Pages: 451

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Sequels aren’t easy, but Legendary keeps up the magic and suspense from the first book. It’s a solid follow-up!

1 Caraval by Stephanie Garber

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  • Genre: Fantasy
  • Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, Kindle
  • Year released: 2017
  • Pages: 416

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The book that started it all. Caraval’s magic and intrigue make it the one that walks the tightrope to first place.

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Hi there! I'm Steve Peterson, a passionate reading enthusiast who loves nothing more than getting lost in a good book. My love for literature spans across genres, from thrilling mysteries and gripping fantasy to thought-provoking non-fiction.

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