About the Book: In Nights at the Circus by Angela Carter, Sophie Fevvers is a celebrated aerialist in Colonel Kearney’s circus, renowned across Europe. She claims to be part woman, part swan, a story that captivates audiences and confounds skeptics. American journalist Jack Walser, eager to uncover the truth, joins the circus as it embarks on a magical tour through London, St. Petersburg, and Siberia. As he delves deeper into Fevvers’ world, he is drawn into a narrative that blurs the lines between reality and illusion, challenging perceptions of identity and truth. The novel is a rich tapestry of magical realism, exploring themes of performance, gender, and the fluidity of identity. Carter’s lush prose and inventive storytelling create a world where the boundaries between the real and the fantastical are delightfully ambiguous.