Reread 10/29/20: I had so much fun rereading this! I'm going to keep my original rating of 5 stars. I think this is a really fun and fast-paced fantasy. I love the world of Caraval and how atmospheric it is. It almost reminds me of Wonderland in some ways but with a darker twist. I highly recommend this book if you're looking for a fantasy that you can get through pretty quickly but that is very immersive. Onto book 2!