Legendary by Stephanie Garber has been praised for its enchanting and immersive world-building, as well as its captivating plot twists. Readers appreciate the vivid and imaginative writing but note that character development can sometimes feel lacking, and some found the romance elements predictable. Overall, it's a thrilling continuation of the series that delights fans of fantasy.

Readers who would enjoy Stephanie Garber's Legendary are likely fans of young adult fantasy with elements of romance and adventure. They appreciate immersive, magical worlds similar to those in Leigh Bardugo's Shadow and Bone series and Sarah J. Maas's A Court of Thorns and Roses.

Legendary by Stephanie Garber follows Tella Dragna as she participates in a new Caraval game to discover Legend's true name and repay a debt to a mysterious "friend." During the competition, Tella must navigate illusions, decipher clues, and confront her past while grappling with forces of Fate that threaten her and her loved ones' lives. The book includes themes of betrayal, emotional distress, and manipulation.

Fantastical / Mysterious / Suspenseful / Emotional / Romantic

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Part 1: “Isla de Los Sueños”

Prologue-Part 1

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Part 2: “The Meridian Empire’s Capital City, Valenda” - Part 3: “Night One of Caraval”

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Part 4: “Night Two of Caraval” - Part 5: “Night Three of Caraval”

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Part 6: “What Should Have Been Night Four of Caraval” - Part 7: “Night Five of Caraval”

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Part 8: “Elantine’s Eve: The Last Night of Caraval” - Part 9: “Elantine’s Day”

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