I can't even tell how much I love this book. It was such a marvelous experience and I did not mind the fact that it took me sooo long to finish it. 
 I would spoil the entire book if I would say many things about the plot. The idea is simple: there are two stories who bond unexpectably and so good. 
 This book has magic in it, but it is just enough to make you happy and not way too much, because you actually are in a 19th century so-said reality. 
 One thing you will definitely point out is the style of writing which is so beautiful and poetic. It just makes you go through the pages and devour the story. 
 I loved it and this black-and-white circus is clearly one of my top places I wish could be real.