Loved the book, except for the ending, I needed a little bit more. I have not seen the movie, because I did not want to ruin the book!

This movie (if it's the right one I'm thinking of) is beyond amazing! I'd watch it over and over!

Very interesting story - kept my attention through the book.

I had the book before the movie came out. Great story and well cast. I like the book more than the movie but thoroughly enjoyed both.

I enjoyed this book. It was different from I usually read and I liked it. It was an easy read. You come to really connect and love (and hate) the characters. The way it is written really allows you to feel what the characters are feeling, smell the circus, feel the fear, have the compassion and of course I do love a happy ending. If you have seen the movie, as with all book to movie endeavors, read the book! It's soooo much better.

Fascinating book! Such an interesting historical view, and a riveting story. Recommend as a gripping read for everyone!

A quick read that takes you on a journey of another time. Maybe it was the characters or the setting, but it reminded me a lot of Big Fish for some reason.

In my list of Top 20! Was randomly given to me and was not sure if I would like it. I still remember it!!

Rather depressing to me because I prefer a happier or an educational book. But the characters were well developed in the book, and in the movie as well. I did enjoy the movie better, due to Robert Pattinson! But I had to put this book down for a while, due to medical issues of a family member, and after several months, I was "stirred" to continue reading to the end!

book is better than the movie - i really liked this one!

This book took me on an emotional roller coaster! I went from happy to angry to sad to angry then to sad then back to happy again. It's beautifully written and keeps you interested from start to finish. I love the actors in the film adaptation but the book is definitely better. Much more detail. Plus, who doesn't love that era?!

Seen the movie, now wanna read the story! I am very surprised to see this book "Water for Elephants" here cuz I've seen the movie version a few years back and I've loved it so much. It was so emotional watching it and I've even found myself cheering for the animals...especially my favorite, the elephant. Now there is a book I can read...I'm very sure it's going to more detailed and with that, I'm very excited to buy this. Cant hardly wait!

Good read I really enjoyed this book, but I am not entirely sure about the excitement and raving some folks do, it was entertaining, but not groundbreaking or life changing.

Good get away book As a book dreamer, this one fits perfectly for a way to escape for a bit. It was an entertaining and quick read. I would definitely recommend adding it to a summer reading list.

Absolutely superb This is one that I wasn't to sure about when it first came out. But I was pleasantly surprised by the book and movie. It was superb and worth the time to read and watch. I'd buy again.