A vibrant and enchanting debut novel about an orphan girl

who discovers a magical circus, perfect for fans of Kelly Barnhill and Rebecca

Stead!

Maddy Adriana knows that magic is real. All her life, her

heart has pulled her towards things too perfect to be ordinary. One day, that

tug leads her to a magical street circus, hidden in plain sight among the

canals and boardwalks of Venice Beach.

For the first time in Maddy’s life, she finally feels like

she belongs. But the circus is in grave danger. Maddy will need to confront the

frightening side of magic, as well as her own deepest fears, if she’s to have

any hope of saving the place she dreams of calling home.

This unforgettable debut shows readers the magic of

following your heart and finding where you belong.