Grover Wilcox Goes to the Circus
by Martin Lastrapes
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Pub Date Oct 01 2024 | Archive Date Nov 01 2024
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Description
The mystical charm of The Midnight Library meets the haunting allure of The Night Circus 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.
Advance Praise
""'Grover Wilcox Goes to the Circus' displays the tension and magic that happens under the big top. Lastrapes nails it with charming humor, likable characters, and an electrifying climax. I highly recommend this!""
- Mercedes M. Yardley, 2x Bram Stoker Award-winning author
""What Martin Lastrapes achieves with 'Grover Wilcox Goes to the Circus' is a rarity all its own. Grover has a curiosity and innocence the world right now could use more of, and his purity of heart drives this narrative through encounters with colorful characters who never slip into caricature. Lastrapes imbues his titular character with a voice and heart that carry the story to an all-time thrilling climax. Step right up and witness a miraculous high-wire act from a master storyteller at the height of his powers.""
- Will Entrekin, author of ""The Prodigal Hour"" and ""Secondhand Emotions""
""Lastrapes delivers a captivating blend of fantasy, humor, and horror in 'Grover Wilcox Goes to the Circus'. The unique premise and the richly detailed circus setting make for an engaging read, and the plot twists keep you hooked from start to finish.""
- m.a. Arana, author of the ""Wings Series""
""'Grover Wilcox Goes to the Circus' is when the greatest show on Earth becomes a devil's carnival. Lastrapes's storytelling has a flair for showmanship steeped in mystery. You'll be awed by this extravagant adventure of death-defying acrobatics, glittery costumes, enigmatic fortunetelling, and colorful face paint—if you don't look for what hides behind the dazzle of the big top.""
- Amanda Headlee, author of ""Till We Become Monsters"" and ""Madness and Greatness Can Share the Same Face""
""Always wild yet relatable, never failing to deliver what it promises. With 'Grover Wilcox Goes to the Circus', Lastrapes has done it again. And this time it's an average Joe who finds out he's fireproof, so he joins the circus, and only then do things get weird?! I mean, come on. I was sold from the start.""
- Josh Woods, author of ""O Monstrous World!"" and ""The Black Palace""
""Full of heart, humor, and a little horror, 'Grover Wilcox Goes to the Circus' will stretch your imagination and take you to places only Martin Lastrapes can. Lastrapes' singular skills are on full display here, as he has woven a quilt of many literary threads. It's a breath of fresh air amidst a sea of mediocrity.""
- Ben Eads, author of ""Cracked Sky"" and ""Hollow Heart""
Available Editions
| ISBN | 9780985704353 |
| PRICE | $0.99 (USD) |
| PAGES | 442 |
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