About This Book
Reach for this book when your child feels like they have finally found their 'tribe' but is struggling with the pressure to remain the best or the fear of being replaced by a newcomer. In this sequel, David Eliot is no longer the outsider trying to escape Groosham Grange: he is now the star pupil fighting to protect the strange, spooky school he has come to love. As a mysterious rival threatens his position and the school's safety, the story explores themes of loyalty, healthy competition, and the anxiety of losing one's status. It is a perfect choice for middle-grade readers who enjoy dark humor and supernatural mysteries. While the setting is macabre, the core emotional journey is about securing one's place in the world. It is best suited for children ages 9 to 13 who can handle light horror and a healthy dose of irony.
