The Dark

Ten tales of terror await, daring you to face the monsters lurking in the dark.

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112 pages· 480L

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Bookroo's summary

Dive into ten spine-chilling tales where shadows come alive and monsters lurk just out of sight. From haunted hotels to eerie statues, each story promises sleepless nights and heart-pounding suspense. Perfect for campfire gatherings or solitary reading under the covers, this collection includes nine of the most terrifying stories from the Mister Shivers series, plus a brand-new tale that will leave you breathless. Will you dare to uncover the secrets hidden within these pages, or will the fear keep you at bay? Prepare for a journey into the unknown, if you dare.

From the publisher

This scary story collection – from the New York Times bestselling author of the Last Kids on Earth series – will send SHIVERS down your spine! Read if you dare! This collection of ten terrifying tales by New York Times bestselling author Max Brallier is THE book to share at sleepovers or around a campfire! Each story is illustrated in haunting, full-color artwork by Letizia Rubegni, and told with spare yet scare-inducing text. If you love sleepless nights and monsters that lurk in the dark, then this spine-chilling book is for you!Hand this book to anyone searching for a good scare! It’s perfect for new and newly independent readers alike. And it is a must-have for fans of Max Brallier’s Mister Shivers Acorn series because it includes nine of the series’ spookiest stories in one place, PLUS a brand-new, hair-raising story exclusive to this collectible edition.Brallier’s strong horror chops shine across all ten stories: The DarkHair Down to My StomachStatueFingernailsAnimal Behind the LockerBilly SmiledThe CastStolen PenForever HotelLike Pulling Teeth

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