A review by ahaddad24
The Grimoire Grammar School Parent Teacher Association by Caitlin Rozakis

emotional funny lighthearted mysterious medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

A delightful premise that sets up some excellent satire — what would it really be like to have a child attend a magic school? Buying potion ingredients off Etsy, taking turns sitting the class jackalope, avoiding chocolate and garlic in lunches for the werewolves and vampires, mages offended by Harry Potter-induced “stereotypes”; this story was so fun to read for a fantasy-lover such as myself. 

It was also very heartfelt, offering a great perspective on academic pressure, anxiety, being an outsider, a parent, and the importance of finding your people. A little too emotionally stressful to just be a cozy fantasy, the book is overall better for the depth of feeling it evokes. Fun, witty, touching, and cute.