Caraval

 

The Review: Caraval

• The Premise: Scarlett Dragna has never left her tiny island, living under the thumb of her cruel father. When a long-awaited invitation to Caraval—a legendary, once-a-year magical performance—arrives, her sister Tella whisks her away. But the moment they arrive, Tella is kidnapped by the game's mastermind, Legend.

• The Goal: The game lasts five nights. To win, Scarlett must find her sister. The catch? "Remember, it's only a game."

• The Vibe: Rich, sensory prose. Garber describes emotions as colors (e.g., "the taste of lies" or "the color of curiosity"). It’s a world of illusions where you can never quite trust what you’re seeing.