The Catch Trap is a novel by Marion Zimmer Bradley, published in 1979. Set in the circus world of the 1940s and 1950s, it tells the story of two trapeze artists, Mario Santelli and Tommy Zane, and the professional relationship they develop which ultimately leads to love.

The Catch Trap
First edition cover
AuthorMarion Zimmer Bradley
LanguageEnglish
GenreFiction
PublisherRandom House
Publication date
1979
Publication placeUnited States
Media typePrint (hardback and paperback)
Pages589 (first edition, hardback)
ISBN978-0345280909
813.54

This rich tale encompasses the exhilarating highs of soaring under the Big Top down to the lows of having to hide their secret relationship from their extended colourful circus family due to the conservative times they live in. What does remain steadfast is their devotion and passion to both their craft and each other.[1]

References

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  1. ^ Bradley, Marion Zimmer (4 October 2010). "The Catch Trap". Marion Zimmer Bradley Literary Works Trust.