Having lived all his life on the streets, 19-year-old Vin has nothing to lose when he joins the mysterious Night Circus. With everything to win, he takes on a series of gruesome games in the hope that the director will use his magic to bring his deceased brother back to life. But there's a catch - if Vin loses, he'll forfeit his very soul. He gains new hope when he meets Kira, a seasoned performer who has travelled with the troupe for years. Their friendship blossoms into something more as they work together to win the games and unravel the mysteries of the circus. But can Kira help Vin save his brother, or will he be forced to sacrifice his soul?