Book Club: Bad Grains by Susanne Schmidt

Step into a realm where darkness and folklore intertwine as we delve into the spine-chilling pages of “Bad Grains” by Susanne Schmidt. Our next captivating journey through literature takes us to the quaint German town of Fels, where Halloween casts an eerie shadow over eleven-year-old Jo and her chilling quest.

Date: Thursday, September 21 2023
Time: 7:30pm
Location: Mischbar
Book: Bad Grains by Susanne Schmidt

Synopsis: In the heart of Fels, a sinister twist befalls the jovial spirit of Halloween, gripping eleven-year-old Jo in its enigmatic clutches. The disappearance of her bothersome older sibling, Hektor, initially seems a mere prank. However, an unsettling aura descends as her father and grandmother inexplicably forget Hektor’s name, and his possessions vanish without a trace.

As the cloak of adult obliviousness shrouds her, Jo resolves to chart her own course of revelation. A grim legend emerges from the shadows: a monstrous entity lurks amidst the rye fields, its insidious presence having ensnared Fels’ youth within its subterranean realm for generations. With the boundary between worlds set to seal in just forty-eight hours, Jo races against time to salvage her brother from the clutches of this ancient malevolence.

Guided by the soft glow of a steadfast turnip lantern, Jo and an unlikely ally—her brother’s exasperating best friend—embark on a quest that pits bravery against the very essence of darkness. Will Jo’s cunning be enough to outwit this age-old menace, or shall the rye fields demand an even more grievous toll? Prepare to be enthralled by the eerie allure of the German folklore as friendship, valor, and shadows collide.

Dive into the captivating narrative of “Bad Grains” and join us for an evening of spirited discussion, literary exploration, and a dash of seasonal magic. Let the Mischbar become a nexus of imagination on September 21 at 7:30pm. We eagerly await your presence in this spellbinding rendezvous.