Told in first person from Effie’s viewpoint, I initially found it hard to empathise with this book’s main character. There’s just one problem – she may have underestimated the challenges associated with running a campaign and getting elected, especially given she’s decided to stand against the school’s super-popular Aaron Davis for the position of Junior Class President. Effie plans to become Prime Minister when she grows up and she’s starting her political career with a crusade to improve life for all students at Highworth Grange (including improved recycling, a buddy scheme for new students so they don’t feel alone, and a girl’s football team). Twelve year old Euphemia Kostas (known as Effie) admits she’s loud, has a tendency to make trouble when things aren’t fair, and is a bit over enthusiastic when trying to bring about change. A light-hearted middle grade school story that will make readers laugh while simultaneously prompting them to think about a wide range of issues from environmental protection to gender imbalance.
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