The Unusual Suspects

Reach for this book when your child is struggling with feelings of anger or a deep sense of injustice. Whether they are navigating a new school or feeling like an outsider, Sabrina Grimm's journey offers a mirror for children who find it hard to trust the adults or systems around them. In this second installment of the Sisters Grimm series, Sabrina and Daphne must solve the murder of a teacher in a school where fairy tale characters are real and everyone has a secret. This mystery focuses heavily on Sabrina's internal battle with resentment and her defensive wall against her grandmother. It is a sophisticated middle grade read that validates big feelings while showing the slow, messy process of building a family and finding a place to belong. Perfect for ages 8 to 12, it blends humor with genuine emotional depth.