*The book is chock-full of lush description and interesting locations. 
 *I'm not surprised it was made into a Fallen London-style game. I kind of wonder if the game is a better way to experience the Night Circus. 
 *It almost feels like the primary romance is a distraction from what shines about the book. 
 The most impressive magic trick in the book is how the primary couple falls in love. First there's nothing! Then there's a magical, all-consuming love! [spoilers removed] 
 That's not the only manifestation of nothing becoming something, just by declaring it so. I was rather disappointed in the ultimate destiny of a supporting character [spoilers removed] 
 It's told in mixed chronological order, which I enjoyed. I also thought the occasional use of second person was effective. I did think the reasons behind the plot were interesting, and I was pleased that the dueling magicians didn't want to abandon the circus to its otherwise fate. 
 On the other hand, the implications of that focus, especially in the final pages, suggested a sugary sentimentality that seemed more in keeping with a children's story than I was able to properly appreciate.