It will stand well on its own, and it's also sure to satisfy Pierce's many fans.” - Booklist, March 1st, 2003“ In a series with so many predetermined factors, Pierce injects enough twists to keep the franchise fresh. Like previous books in the Circle Opens Quartet, this one is an engaging blend of mystery, magic, and timeless social themes. There's plenty of suspense, as well as a social commentary simmering beneath the surface of the story (the human rights of the lower classes are being ignored by the city in an effort to maintain its beautiful facade). “In lively prose laced with wry humor, Pierce creates realistic, dimensional characters-Tris is spunky, independent, and thoroughly likable-and places them in exotic, imaginatively detailed locales. of the books Magic Steps, Street Magic, Cold Fire, and Shatterglass. It will stand well on its own, and it's also sure to satisfy Pierce's many fans.” - Booklist, March 1st, 2003“ In a series with so many predetermined factors, Pierce injects enough twists to keep the franchise fresh.” - Horn Book The Circle Opens is a quartet of novels written by Tamora Pierce and set in a.
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