The Circus Rose

In "The Circus Rose," a queer retelling of Snow White and Rose Red by New York Times bestselling author Betsy Cornwell, teenage twins Rosie and Ivory confront evil religious extremists as they return to their hometown of Port's End with their circus family. As fundamentalist sentiments grip the city, the circus prepares for a grand homecoming show, but disaster strikes during Rosie’s tightrope act. With the help of Ivory’s magician love and a dancing bear, they must thwart an evil priest to protect their loved ones. This lush novel blends themes of social justice and found family, offering an engaging narrative for fans of Leigh Bardugo and Laini Taylor.