Dracula and Daughters: School for Slayers

What do our readers think of Dracula and Daughters: School for Slayers? (Generated from the text of reviews of the book)

Children describe the story as frightening, adventurous and mind-blowing, and they enjoy its fantasy, mystery and helpful characters. Some children may find the vampire danger intense, especially if they dislike spooky scenes or jump scares.

What does the Pageticker team say about Dracula and Daughters: School for Slayers?

Emma Carroll gives the Dracula legend a clever, compassionate makeover in this atmospheric second adventure. Mina, Buffy and Bella are determined, funny and gloriously unconventional heroes, while the message that healing can be better than fighting gives the spooky mystery real heart. Best suited to confident readers aged 9+ who enjoy gothic settings, secrets and a moderate dose of vampire peril.

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What is Dracula and Daughters: School for Slayers about?

Mina, Buffy, and Bella, granddaughters of Dracula, run a vampire healing company in Temstown. Despite the Guildmaster's claims that the city is vampire-free, the trio discovers the undead are still at large. When strange events at Poisonwood School for Boys lead students to hold secret vampire slaying lessons, the girls must intervene to prevent disaster. Their mission to heal, not harm, is put to the ultimate test as they confront the lurking dangers and remind everyone never to underestimate the undead.

About the author

Emma Carroll is a popular British author who loves writing exciting stories set in the past. She is well known for her book 'Letters from the Lighthouse,' which takes readers on thrilling adventures. Emma used to be a teacher and enjoys inspiring children to use their imagination and discover the joy of reading.

Discussion ideas around Dracula and Daughters: School for Slayers

Healing or Slaying?: Why do Mina, Buffy and Bella believe healing vampires is better than destroying them, and which approach would you choose?

Working Together: How do the different talents of Mina, Buffy and Bella help them solve problems as a team?

Bravery: What makes the girls brave when they face danger at Poisonwood School, and how is their bravery different from simply being fearless?

Fairness: What do you think about girls being forbidden from entering Poisonwood School, and how would you change the school’s rules?

First Impressions: How does the story encourage us to look beyond frightening appearances before deciding whether someone is good or bad?