“A delight from start to finish! Carnival Fantástico delivers secrets, spectacle, and the kind of longing only a second-chance romance can deliver. Witty, charming, and a little sinister, this is a real showstopper.” —Allison Saft, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Wings of Starlight
“A riveting adventure filled with betrayal, hope, and a gripping romance as enigmatic as the carnival itself.” —Katherine Quinn, New York Times bestselling author of Stolen Midnights
“A whimsical and magical tale spun with lush, vibrant prose and glittering romance. I was absolutely enchanted from the moment I entered the dazzling world of Carnival Fantástico.” —I.V. Marie, New York Times bestselling author of Immortal Consequences
“Carnival Fantástico has everything I adore: fortune tellers, whimsical magic, and a tense, ink-filled mystery. But the wit and tenderness between the once-lovers truly stole my heart and kept me obsessively turning the pages.” —Emily J. Taylor, New York Times bestselling author of Hotel Magnifique and The Otherwhere Post
“Perfect for fans of Stephanie Garber’s Caraval and Erin Morgenstern’s The Night Circus, it is filled with whimsical magic, heartwarming found family, an eclectic cast of characters, and a romance that will sweep you off your feet. It has everything you’ll ever want in a fantasy novel, and I know it will be your new favorite.” —Emily Varga, bestselling author of For She Is Wrath
“Chapters interspersed with wistful letters weave slow-burning romantic tension throughout an immersive read. Montoya blends political intrigue, carnival magic, and an aching second-chance romance.” —Publishers Weekly
“The leads’ second-chance romance simmers with passion and clever banter. Deliciously romantic and drenched in dark magic.” —Kirkus Reviews
“Reminiscent of the dark whimsy and romance of Erin Morgenstern’s The Night Circus, but for a younger audience, Montoya’s playful prose and lush world makes this a spellbinding experience.” —School Library Journal