Caraval and Legendaryboth take place over the course of a game of Caraval. Legendary revolves around a debt Tella has to repay involving Legend himself, and we have some new characters introduced as well as the whole idea of the Fates (magical and dangerous beings). Tella provides a fresh new perspective with her optimism and spontaneity. Being an avid reader, I’ve read hundreds of books and have high expectations, and Legendary, exceeded them all. The second book, titled Legendary, is told from Tella’s POV and I’m being completely honest when I say, this is currently the best book I have ever read. This first book in the trilogy is from Scarlett’s POV and by the end of it, I felt like I could be her, she was just so relatable. The magical elements and plot twists are brilliant. Stephanie Garber did such an incredible job with the world-building and character development, that I admittedly got far too swept away in. This book follows Scarlett through an enchanting game of magic, and danger.

Like all Caraval players, Scarlett is warned upon entering, to remember that it’s all a game and not to get too swept away. Now, with the possibility of Tella’s life at risk, Scarlett is forced out of her comfort zone.

Scarlett, being the older protective sister, has always led with rational thinking and logic, and has never been one to take risks or do anything spontaneously. It so happens that the objective of this year’s Caraval is to find Tella and the grand prize is one wish. Upon reaching the island, Tella goes missing and Scarlett finds out that she’s been kidnapped by Legend. With the help of a sailor, the sisters escape to another island, where Caraval is taking place. After years of sending letters, Legend finally responds with an invitation and tickets to the game. Hopeful, Scarlett writes letters to the game’s master, a mysterious man known simply as Legend. Growing up, they’ve heard stories of the legendary, annual travelling game known as Caraval, and have always dreamt of seeing it with their own eyes. The two sisters live with their strict and abusive father on a small island, which neither sister has ever seen beyond. The first book, Caraval introduces the readers to the book’s fantasy world and the two main protagonists, sisters Scarlett and Tella Dragna. There are currently four books that take place in this universe, starting with the main Caraval trilogy. “It took seven years to get the letter right.” – Caraval New York Times bestselling author Stephanie Garber has created a whimsical world of magic that reels you in right from the first line. That is the foundation for the Caraval universe in a nutshell. Imagine a dangerous and magical game where you can’t tell the difference between illusion and reality.

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