The Otherland Circus

by Kelsey Elizabeth Behm

Lizzie Lutwidge knows her father is up to something. Albert Lutwidge is head psychiatric scientist at Londons grand asylum, the Paupers Lunatic Mill. For as long as Lizzie can remember, Albert has been studying the young females of the asylum while reading Lewis Carolls Alice in Wonderland. Lizzie makes the connection between the two when she reads a letter intended for her brother. Whenever she asks him about it, however, he loses his typically happy smile and becomes stoic and withdrawn, refusing to answer her questions. Lizzie being ever curious, her familys reluctance to speak only spurs her into her own investigation. It all started with a girl named Alice. Now the path to rehabilitation at Paupers Lunatic Mill is doused in blood. Can Lizzie save the girls whom life has so horribly hurt? Perhaps they dont want to be saved, as each woman wanders towards a wonderland of violence, darkness and desire.

158 pages, Hardcover

Published June 5, 2018

About the author

I've been telling stories since before I knew how to write; one of my best memories is scribbling on a few pages of a notebook and then "reading" my mother a story about a beautiful princess and her unicorn. It was always my dream in life to share a story of mine with the world, and that has finally happened. I could never have achieved this dream without the support of my beloved mother - thanks, Mom!

Mom and I currently live with our 3 cats: Queen Katie Cat, Sir Charlie Mouse, and Captain Jack Sparrow. They bring light into my life every day, and I am so thankful for their unconditional love.

To you, reading this, I offer my love and support; whatever your dream is, chase it.

Reviews

[Piers Hill · Rating 3 out of 5]

It's well written, but some dynamics of both locations and characters are unclear. A few characters go undeveloped though holding potential, and a few characters are left too vague for my liking.
It is an interesting plot, and a new take on Wonderland which I appreciate though.