WoW: Carnival Fantástico by Angela Montoya

This bookish meme tells the blogosphere what we’re waiting patiently (and sometimes not so patiently) for! It’s hosted by Jill over at Breaking the Spine!

An unputdownable romantasy following a young woman posing as fortune-teller at a magical traveling carnival, where the handsome boy who once broke her heart resurfaces and warns her that carnival is more sinister than it appears.

Welcome to the Carnival Fantástico, a spectacle of magic and mischief, and the perfect haven for a runaway. Using her tricks and razor-sharp wit, Esmeralda becomes the carnival’s resident fortune-teller, aiming for the lead role in the Big Top Show. Success would mean freedom from her former employer, the commander of the King’s army.

Ignacio has defected from the army and is on the hunt for evidence of his father’s corruption. But the last thing he expects to find on his father’s trail of lies is the only girl he’s ever loved, spinning false fortunes at a traveling carnival.

Perhaps fortune has thrown them together for a reason. They strike a deal: she’ll help him expose his father if he helps her secure the main act. But old feelings don’t die easily, and the commander’s secret isn’t the only thing they’ll need to confront.

Published by: Joy Revolution
Expected Publication: February 3, 2026

Why I’m Waiting: A fake fortune teller, a magical carnival, and a boy from her past. Yo, come on. If you don’t think this sounds good, Idk what else to tell you to convince you. We just might not have the same taste in books lol Because really I just need the setting and I already think it sounds incredible. Pair that magical carnival with the images Angela has shared on her social media that served as her inspo, and let me tell you…. This is going to be amazing. I hope y’all are just as excited as I am about this book!

What about you? Have you seen this cover yet? Will you read it? Have you read the author’s other books? Let me know in the comments!