Legendary
Stephanie Garber’s limitless imagination takes flight once more in the colorful, mesmerizing, and immersive sequel to the bestselling breakout debut Caraval, following Scarlett’s younger sister, Tella, on a journey to the empire’s capital to fulfill a mysterious bargain.
Devoted sisters Scarlett and Tella just barely escaped the last game of Caraval ― in the process, have fled their tiny island home, broken free from their cruel father, and won the legendary game that has driven others to madness ― or worse. Finally, the girls’ futures should be bright.
But unbeknownst to Scarlett, they won because Tella made a desperate bargain with a mysterious stranger. And now Tella’s debt is due. What Tella owes, no one before her has ever been able to able to deliver: Caraval Master Legend’s true name.
The only chance Tella has of uncovering Legend’s identity is to play the game once more, and so Tella throws herself into Caraval. The competition has always been a game requiring bravery, cunning, and sacrifice. But now the stakes are even higher. Because this time, it’s not only a game...
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Stephanie Garber
Stephanie Garber is a name that has become synonymous with immersive, magical storytelling. Known for her Caraval series, she has captivated readers with tales of adventure, wonder, and the blurred lines between reality and illusion. Her works are a delicate dance between lush world-building, high-stakes drama, and unforgettable characters, each of whom wrestles with love, betrayal, and their deepest desires.
Born and raised in California, Garber’s childhood was filled with a love for stories—whether those stories came from books, her imagination, or the vibrant tales spun by the people around her. She credits this passion for storytelling as the foundation of her writing career. Like many writers, she began crafting her own narratives in the form of short stories and even plays. It wasn’t until her late twenties that she turned to novel writing, finding a place to fully explore the fantastical worlds that had always lived in her mind.
Caraval
Caraval consists of four books — considered a complete series. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.
