A very good first novel from Ms. Morgenstern. She ruminates on a variety of ideas in this her first novel, including but not limited to creativity, art, immortality/ephemerality, gamesmanship/competition, storytelling and dare I say, romance. There is much emphasis on description (particularly about the circus), and dialogue, so those hoping for more action/plot may want to look elsewhere. But for those who gravitate toward a unique narrative voice and a unique way of experiencing things might want to check this one out. 
 The audiobook is narrated by a favorite narrator of mine, Jim Dale, and he does an amazing job. Chandresh being a particular pleasure to listen to. 
 I will be very interested to read/listen to more of Morganstern's work should she put more on offer. But as it is, The Night Circus is a fine calling card indeed.