Grover Wilcox Goes to the Circus - Paperback

by Martin Lastrapes (Author)

The mystical charm of The Midnight Library meets the evocative allure of The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue in this whimsical odyssey that blends magical realism and urban fantasy with the mysterious intrigue of a carnival after dark.

Grover Wilcox, a down-on-his-luck English professor, experiences a catastrophic kitchen mishap that leaves him engulfed in flames-only to discover he's fireproof. As he's still reeling from this inexplicable revelation, Grover learns his father has fallen into a mysterious coma. Amidst this chaos, the charming and enigmatic Grambling Brothers Traveling Circus Show rolls into town, and with it, Grover's destiny.

The Ringmaster, Grambling Brothers' charismatic leader, is intrigued by Grover's newfound fireproof ability and makes him an enticing offer to join his circus. Upon accepting the offer, Grover is plunged into a world brimming with other fantastical performers-including a paranormal fortuneteller and a supernatural firebreather-each with their own quirks and peculiarities.

As Grover immerses himself in this mesmerizing new world, he senses an undercurrent of darkness and mystery. The circus's dazzling facade hides a labyrinth of secrets, and the Ringmaster's true intentions remain shrouded in enigma. With each passing day, Grover peels back the layers of playful enchantment, uncovering hints of something far more sinister lurking behind the curtain.

Step right up and immerse yourself in Grover Wilcox Goes to the Circus, a spellbinding tale of magic and wonder, the power of belief, and those hell-bound roads paved with good intentions.