Grimm's Trailer Full of Secrets

“Though characters must regularly lurk in media studies’ shadows, appearing only for a paragraph here or there, Grimm’s Trailer Full of Secrets is refreshingly all about character. Grimm-like, and with (dare I say) a lot of character, Rhonda V. Wilcox voyages into these shadows, offering both a superb analysis of Grimm and a strong argument for the importance of centering characters in future work.”—Jonathan Gray, University of Wisconsin-Madison, author of Television Entertainment
“Grimm is a labyrinthine world of monsters and magic, and Rhonda Wilcox’s Grimm’s Trailer Full of Secrets is a treasure trove of insight and observation that deftly guides the reader—like a Grimm in-training—through the nuances and complexities of this rich TV series. Looking at the show through the lens of character, reflecting on casting, performance, representation, and the impact of serial narrative, Wilcox’s skilful analysis highlights the importance of the ensemble cast to the show’s success and unlocks many of its mysteries, revealing a rich tapestry of storytelling. It is a must-read for the fan, student, and future Grimm.”—Stacey Abbott, University of Roehampton, UK, author of Angel: TV Milestone and Undead Apocalypse
"Reading Rhonda Wilcox’s book is like peering into Grimm’s ‘trailer full of secrets’ and finding an entryway into the magic of television narrative. In her brilliant and compelling study of the series and its characters, Wilcox pores over the lore to make connections and find meaning. As Wilcox maps Grimm’s inheritance of and play with multiple traditions, including fairy tales, folklore, and television, she illuminates the complex identity politics of the characters and series. Grimm’s Trailer Full of Secrets continues Wilcox’s ever-important work investigating how and why television matters in contemporary culture.”—Lisa K. Perdigao, Florida Tech School of Arts and Communication, co-editor, The CW Comes of Age: Essays on Programming, Branding and Evolution.