The Scarecrow Walks At Midnight

by R.L Stine
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Good Books rating 3.57
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  • ID: 10093
  • Added: 2026-01-11
  • Updated: 2026-01-11
  • ISBN: 9780545296502
  • Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
  • Published: 2011-08-01
  • Reviews: 3

Jodie loves visiting her grandparents' farm for the stories and cookies, but this summer, things are different. The cornfields are sparse, her grandparents seem worn out, and the single scarecrow has been replaced by twelve eerie ones. One night, Jodie witnesses something chilling: the scarecrows appear to be moving, twitching on their stakes, and coming alive. This classic Goosebumps tale is part of the beloved series that has captivated young readers for decades, offering a perfect blend of horror and adventure. /n/n The Scarecrow Walks at Midnight is a thrilling addition to the Goosebumps series, featuring the signature blend of suspense and supernatural elements that R.L. Stine is known for. The story is set against the backdrop of a seemingly ordinary farm, which becomes a stage for eerie and unsettling events. With its engaging narrative and spooky atmosphere, this book is sure to keep young readers on the edge of their seats.

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The Storygraph · 2026-01-11
fun 3.00

The book is a fun read with creepy scarecrows and an ambiguous ending that really stands out. The series is loved for its ambiguous endings.

This book is a fun read with creepy scarecrows that really stand out. The ambiguous ending is particularly noteworthy and adds to the overall enjoyment of the book. The series is loved for its ambiguous endings, and this book is no exception. It's a great choice for fans of the series who enjoy a good scare and a satisfyingly ambiguous conclusion.

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    This was so much fun.

    The scarecrows were creepy but it was that ending that really did it for me.

    I love the ambiguous endings in this series so much.

Goodreads · 2026-01-11
creepy 3.70

The book is a quick and easy read that sucks you in with its engaging writing style. It's a fun and creepy story that keeps readers on edge.

This book is a quick and easy read, perfect for a spooky night. The writing style of R.L. Stine is engaging and sucks you in right from the start. It's a fun and creepy story that keeps readers on edge with its unsettling moments and creepy imagery. The scarecrows are particularly creepy, and the ending is ambiguous, which adds to the overall fun of the book. It's a great choice for a campfire read-aloud, especially with a scarecrow in sight distance.

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    This book is short and a quick and easy read.

    R.L. Stine has this way of writing that sucks you in.

    I loved the scarecrows pulling themselves from their stakes.

Reading with My Eyes · 2021-09-07
fun 4.00

The story is recommended for a campfire read-aloud, especially with a scarecrow in sight distance. It's a fun and creepy tale that keeps readers engaged.

This story is highly recommended for a campfire read-aloud, especially with a scarecrow in sight distance. It's a fun and creepy tale that keeps readers engaged with its unsettling moments and creepy imagery. The scarecrows are particularly creepy, and the ending is ambiguous, which adds to the overall fun of the book. It's a great choice for a spooky night, perfect for getting into the Halloween spirit.

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    I will recommend you read this story, it should be read aloud while in a field with a campfire and a scarecrow behind the kids in sight distance.

    It's a fun and creepy tale that keeps readers engaged.

    The scarecrows are particularly creepy.

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