The Grimoire Grammar School Parent Teacher Association
BOOK BY Caitlin Rozakis
Two parents and their recently-bitten-werewolf daughter try to fit into a privileged New England society of magic aristocracy. But deadly terrors await them – ancient prophecies, remorseless magical trials, hidden conspiracies and the PTA bake sale. When Vivian’s kindergartner, Aria, gets bitten by a werewolf, she is rapidly inducted into the hidden community of magical schools. Reeling from their sudden move, Vivian finds herself having to pick the right sacrificial dagger for Aria, keep stocked up on chew toys and play PTA politics with sirens and chthonic nymphs and people who literally can set her hair on fire. As Vivian careens from hellhounds in the school corridors and demons at the talent show, she races to keep up with all the arcane secrets of her new society – shops only accessible by magic portal, the brutal Trials to enter high school, and the eternal inferno that is the parents’ WhatsApp group. And looming over everything is a prophecy of doom that sounds suspiciously like it’s about Aria. Vivian might be facing the end of days, just as soon as she can get her daughter dressed and out of the door… The author’s attention to narrative cohesion ensures that the story remains engaging from start to finish. Subplots are handled carefully, supporting the main storyline rather than distracting from it. This integration strengthens the overall structure. The story benefits from its clear narrative direction, which helps guide readers through its progression. Even when exploring complex ideas, the author maintains a sense of focus that prevents confusion. This clarity is one of the book’s strengths.