Thank you to NetGalley for giving me the opportunity to read and review this book.

Sadly the book I was hoping for didn't materialise.
The story is a dual timeline set in small town USA with Pippa in the past and Chandler in the present, the past having serious repercussions in the present
It was far too long and drawn out, very slow and heavy going. So many God references I found it hard to stomach. . Pippa is apparently ugly with a deformed leg, Chandler is a single mother with a long term chronic health condition (quite why she has this-no idea- it seemed an odd choice)
Neither Pippa or Candler are particularly likeable.
Thankfully we have outlawed animals appearing in circuses and I was definitely not a fan, in fact felt sickened by the treatment of the elephants. Far too long was spent on this.
The ending was par for the course really, no shocks or surprises

Thank you to Bethany House Publishers for given me chance to read The Haunting at Bonaventure Circus. I am honoured to be able to give review.

Actually I did felt like some part are kinda slow but nevertheless I still enjoyed it. I determined to know the truth behind the mystery. I could never easily have a thought about the truth behind the mystery.

Overall, those who loved mystery, should try to pickup this book at once ! I enjoyed the present stories more since they finally uncovered the mystery of that surrounding in the circus.

Have some Phantom's vibe too anyway and I will always be able to pickup vibes that exists in books and related to movies. It has to be gotten some inspiration from Phantom. Anyhow, it is not totally same, no worries. Have the Phantom's vibe but different plot has been created.

3.5* I’ll be honest I was expecting more ghosts but overall this was a good book. I was genuinely surprised by the ending. It had me guessing the entire time.
There were A LOT of references to God that, as an atheist, kind of slowed the story down for me but I also recognize that that’s just my personal beliefs clashing with the author’s and that might actually be an attractive theme for some other readers. It just wasn’t for me.

What an interesting and intriguing plot filled with mystery and suspense! A definite page turner with interesting characters and a unique plot.

In 1928 in the hustle bustle of the haydays of the circus. Given up at birth, Pippa was raised by the owner of the Bonaventure Circus along with his wife. Born with a deformed leg and sacrificed to the will of a strict father, Pippa was lost and felt so unloved, always searching for acceptance. She sought out her rendezvous with the ‘Watchman’, a mysterious and elusive man skirting the edges of circus life, who claimed to know about her past. Thinking that he truly cared for her, she sneaked around trying to find out who he really was. Only to find something much more than she hoped for and a truth she wasn't ready to face.

In the present, Real estate developer Chandler Faulk sees the restoration of the grand old circus grounds in Bluff River, Wisconsin as a way to prove herself and to prove her uncle that she is not only capable of being a single mother, but proficient enough to handle this job better than her counterpart Jackson. Then she stumbles on a mystery that spans time and could threaten her whole mission.

The Haunting at Bonaventure Circus is an interesting combination of mystery and Christian fiction. Although, I didn’t see much of the spiritual message in the story except some snippets here and there about believing in the God. However, I like the backdrop of the circus and the bond created between Pippa and Lily, the elephant calf. Both Pippa and Chandler struggle with insecurities and have to learn to trust themselves and the people close to them.

The story is a dual timeline. I like seeing the stories of the two eras come together and a mystery of the past continues until today. I have to admit the ending seems a little bit on the dim side. After creating a well woven plot, a nanny to hold responsible for everything seems a bit redundant. Yet it is highly readable and can be read as a general mystery or suspense novel.

* I received a NetGalley e-copy of this book by the author and Bethany House for my honest opinion. All opinions are personal.

Jaime Jo Wright has carved out her own niche in inspirational fiction, and what a niche it is! I don’t know of any other author who blends time-slip novels with dark suspense (not sure if this is the correct term, but I don’t know what else to call it); each of her books is a compelling, atmospheric, slightly creepy read that keeps the reader turning pages as quickly as they can. The ending of each chapter in this book propelled me forward and made me want to read more, and I really liked the character development. And that cover! It is beautiful, and is probably one of my favorites this year. Highly recommend it and I’m looking forward to whatever book she publishes next!

I voluntarily read and reviewed a NetGalley copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

A split time novel set almost 100 years apart in a small town that hosts a circus in the off season. Although there is elements of hauntings, the story is about fears, expectations, and the desire for freedom (real & perceived). Beautifully woven together, the story deals with relationships and long lasting perceptions of people and of one's self and how people react to different situations.

Another great book by Jaime Jo Wright. I always love her ability to weave the past and present together in stories that intrigue. This one is no different. I didn't know what to expect with the concept of the circus, and I found it very compelling. I would highly recommend this book by Jaime Jo Wright if you like a book that is equal parts mystery, and suspense, with a little bit of romance thrown in!

Superb! This is definitely a novel with a twist and a “ I didn’t see that coming!” A little mixture of historical fiction, mystery and romance. Thank you NetGalley for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

I picked this up because I have a thing for books about circuses and it did not disappoint. I really enjoyed and the story kept me engaged and interested.

Jamie Jo Wright's writing style reminds me of an old favorite author of mine. Actually a combination of two...Stephen King and Frank Pieretti (I never remember how to spell his name.) This book reminded me of how much I like mystery, supernatural and the overwhelming need to know what happened in the past and how it connects to the future.

I did enjoy the book with a few exceptions...but to give much detail on them would be too many spoilers.

Thank you NetGalley for the eARC and the chance to review this book.

i got intrigued by the book description and because i love good mysteries i was in for it and now i love it too! this book served and this is my first time reading from this author, and would love to read more works from them, this was a definitely a solid and good read, a recommend! thank you for the arc provided, it was a ride!

In my opinion when reading a suspense book, being totally shocked at who is responsible for the mystery! This book delivered! The author has a talent for weaving together the past and the present. Chandler, Hank, Pippa, and Jake were detailed so well. They were all on a journey individually and together. The Watchman was such a puzzle, were they good or bad? Who was the ultimate bad one? And Lily, the baby elephant, such a sweet addition to the circus life. I loved the insight into circus life, the people and the animals. I received a copy of this book from the publisher. All opinions stated here are my own.

I was almost surprised by how much I enjoyed this book. I became sick of the circus when I got older and I usually avoid books with circuses. I am so glad I read this book. I love how Jaime Jo Wright writes a book with 2 storylines that interconnect even though they are a hundred years apart or more. I could not figure out most of the mysteries until close to the ending. I could not put this book down and it made me cry for some of the characters. This gives one a good look at what is behind a circus and the members of a circus. I received a copy of this book from Netgalley for a fair and honest opinion that I gave of my own free will.

True to Jaime Jo Wright fashion The Haunting at Bonaventure Circus is a time split book that keeps you on the edge of your seat with plenty of suspense, mystery, spookiness and unsolved murders that I'm sure will give you the willies to the very last page.
This is definitely a book that you don't want to miss reading.

I was given an ARC from the author/publisher. All conclusions are mine and mine alone.

1928
All Pippa Ripley wants is to be accepted and figure out why she was abandoned as a baby by The Bonaventure Circus. When she starts receiving messages by the mysterious “Watchman,” it thrusts her into figuring out her heritage, but as she does it brings her closer to the circus serial killer.

Present Day
Real estate project manager Chandler Faulk wants to restore the old circus train depot, but when mysterious happenings begin, she discovers clues to the haunting unsolved murders of the past. This puts not only herself but her son at risk.

Can both Pippa and Chandler solve the hauntings at the Bonaventure Circus, or will they lose their lives in the process?

Jaime Jo Wright gives us another haunting read! The author’s descriptions of the circus in 1928 and the circus train depot in the present day puts the reader right into the thick of it, picturing every detail. The characters are engaging and will have you cheering them on.

I loved the mysterious danger and how they are connected from past to present. The twist at the end was unexpected and I loved that!

This author shows her gift of writing once more with this delightful but haunting tale.

I give The Haunting at Bonaventure Circus five baby elephants (like sweet Lily). Once again…be sure to read this one with a light on!

**I received a NetGalley e-copy of this book by the author and Bethany House for my honest opinion. All comments are my own.

Well written and enjoyable time hop novel. The setting is adequately creepy on it's own but Jaime Jo Wright does enhance it some as well. She does a fantastic job of creating and holding the desired atmosphere through both time periods. She weaves the two together seamlessly but distinctly separated so you don't get confused. I definitely enjoyed the past story line more than the present day, but that's just my own personal bias.

This is a fantastic easy read that can be enjoyed by anyone.

This is another spellbinding tale from Jaime! She writes the most unusual stories and this may be the most unusual yet. I really enjoyed the circus angle, that made for fun reading and then to incorporate all the mystery threads made this book IMPOSSIBLE to put down. I HAD to know how all the threads came together. Jaime did a masterful job at weaving the threads of this story. It was so good!

Quirky and magical. A fantastic place and intriguing story. I found myself getting lost in the world created and then looking up a little disappointed I was still in this one. I love a book that can do that.

Scary noises and strange lights in an abandoned building? Check.
Folklore and rumors about a string of murders? Check.
A split-time storyline that weaves dark mystery into the vibrant threads of a circus? Check.
Romance, intrigue, adventure? Check, check, check.
This book is probably the scariest book I’ve ever read. I won’t lie, this is usually not my cup of tea. But, elephants. And that blurb. I was intrigued and I’m so glad I gave this a chance. I was captivated from the first page. Wright blends the perfect amounts of spookiness and faith into her story to make you question fact from fiction.
Both of the leading ladies were incredible. They each had their own struggle-handicap, if you will. They each had lived the facade and knew that there was more hiding under the surface.
Chandler didn’t believe in ghosts, or did she? When she sets out to rehab an abandoned circus train depot for her uncles company, funny things start happening. Her job in jeapordy, she begins investigating. But the closer she gets to the truth, the closer to home the danger will come.
Pippa’s whole existence is one big question mark. In her quest for family and belonging, she doesn’t know whom to trust and her search may just uncover secrets she was never meant to unearth.
I loved how gracefully the thread of God’s love was woven into this story. He sees each of us and cares more for us than we could ever understand. I loved the romance-but I loved that the story was so much more than a fluffy romance. I will be reading all of Wright’s books. ASAP.
Now, I feel I must add a warning to other readers who may like to know. There is one use of the word “whore” and a smattering of other instances in the story where characters will swear or release an oath-we are never told what those words are, but they are there nonetheless. I feel this is done in the context of showing the sinful and seedy side of the circus. There are also brief mentions of mediums, psychics, and demons. But all of this is handled in a respectful way to people of faith. I just feel that fair warning should be given as some will not like to read that.
I was given this copy through NetGalley in exchange for my honest review. All opinions expressed are completely my own.