Significance of Circus of the Damned

The "Circus of the Damned" takes place entirely in St. Louis and surrounding areas. The Circus of the Damned is dark and mysterious, which makes it attractive to humans and the undead alike. The structures are always dark and conducive to vampire living. The Circus of the Damned is designed much like any other circus, with loud music, attractions, and bright colors. There are always vampires and shapeshifters working or lurking around the premises, eyes and ears open. All the employees at the Circus are loyal to Jean-Claude. The main feature in the Circus of the Damned is the big tent. Unlike many circus tents, the big tent has permanent fixtures such as concrete stairs and bleachers. Jean-Claude's office is also located upstairs in the big tent, which leads the reader to realize that the big tent is not actually a tent at all, except for its appearance.