Europe is on the brink of war but there are still those who believe that they can use a bit of mysticism and magic to push on.
Young Lena had grown up in the circus, courtesy of her illusionist father Theo. Her physical limitations have left her feeling an outsider in such a world of wonder. Until one day she finds a stowaway.
Alexandre has spent his life on the run, always hiding who he was from the world. Now he has been offered a chance to change his destiny; but not without a few strings attached.
Young love torn apart by war and deception. The circus life isn’t all you may have dreamed.

Parikh does an amazing job capturing life for those who weren’t certain they would live to see another day. She touches on issues of race, physical disability, hardship, resilience, love, and regret. Definitely worth a read

I remember when this book was first read to me in grade school. I loved it! Roald Dahl definitely came up with a classic. I’ve read and reread it over the years and it never gets old. I love sharing this book with friends and their families. It’s just a fun classic. It could be that I’ve always had a soft spot for foxes and good books