Review of Black Butler: Book of Circus

*may contain minor spoilers; read at your own risk* I've finally watched this after putting it off for so long. And before you think I'm some crazed fan girl who's rating way to high, just read. I promise it has nothing to do with Sebaciel. The story is pretty basic in itself. Ciel gets a letter from the queen and he's off to obey this, just like a guard dog. And what isn't fun about a circus? Don't worry, they'll only go into town later and kidnap children for some sinister purpose! But what is this purpose? This is where I like Black Butler, it always hasthat nice element of mystery and suspense.

And I commend the writers by now following the manga. Because second season was an atrocity of filler and nonsense. If you're thinking of watching it, don't. It's filled with facepalms and a plot that makes zero sense.

Disregarding that, I think I've enjoyed my time with these 10 episodes more than I did with all of season one. I admire how the true nature of humans is exclaimed.

"Unlike demons, you're base, you harbor a complicated malice, you lie...You struggle desperately, knocking down others on your way...You steal and are stolen from, you make endless excuses...And still you strive to get over the hill far away."

The art for this is very stunning and fluid. The dark tones contrast pleasantly with the sharp and crisp colors. Outfits of the characters is very eye catching and unique as well.

One outstanding aspect of this season is the sound. Voice acting is on point as always, but that Opening and Ending song. Both are probably one the best of the summer lineup last year.

Even though the main circus cast only had 9 episodes, I feel so impacted by them. They weren't anything special. But they all shared the same past. Human beings being rejected from society because of a physical difference. Then one day they are given a hand of kindness, but to only be stabbed in the back with that same hand holding a knife later in life.

All they wanted was happiness. For them, for each other. And they had all that taken away from them. They became obsessed with protecting something that wasn't even worth protecting. We are after all, only human. We do what we can to protect what is dear to us. They didn't deserve to have their life torn from their hands.

I'm very happy with this 3rd installment of Black Butler. It tug on my heart strings. I actually cried. The last few minutes of the last episode is so beautiful.

Overall: 9/10