I was surprised when I started to read this book to find out how divisive the circus could be. I appreciate the research that went into this book. Fascinating behind the scenes look at a struggling circus and the dynamics of the support staff versus the performers. I would definitely recommend this book.

Such a sweet movie. Sad in several spots, but overall really great! If you love romances, this movie is defiantly for you!

I was so into this book, I couldn't put it down! I'd definitely recommend this to friends!

I love this book. It was a beautiful and imaginative story. Full of emotion and life. I have yet to see the movie, but the book was definitely magical.

Saw the movie and would love to read the book.

Such a great book, I really thought that I wasn't going to like it but I loved it!! It was written well and not too long, I read it way before the movie came out and was really pleased with the book!

I loved the book! The movie was close but I loved loved reading the book

I read this with my book club and really liked the book better than the movie, though they did a decent job with the movie. You really have to suspend your disbelief in a few places in things the characters do but overall was a good read. Fascinating look at the circus life; horrifying treatment of animals.

Great book!

I thought this was a great book that kept your attention till the end. It gives you a true glimpse into the world of 1920's circus era. Everyone goes to see the circus, but behind the scenes can be more exciting and drama filled than the actual show. I would recommend that others should pick up and read this book too.

Ok so the movie was terrible. The book was lovely. Fascinating and emotional it brought forth a lot of real emotion.

Do not let the movie stop you from reading this book. The entire love story and plot was really heartwarming and written very well. The only downside is that it did lag in some parts, but overall, great read!

The book is always better than the movie

This book was not as good as the movie but it was an interesting read.

I really enjoyed this book. I read it after I saw the movie because I liked the movie and I had some friends recommend the book to me. I thought the book was better than the movie.