Go Eat Worms!

by R.L. Stine
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Good Books rating 2.5
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  • ID: 10742
  • Added: 2026-02-03
  • Updated: 2026-02-05
  • ISBN: 9780590477437
  • Publisher: Apple
  • Published: 1994-01-01
  • Reviews: 3

Todd, a young boy with a peculiar fascination for worms, finds himself in a sticky situation when the creatures from his basement worm farm start showing up in the most unlikely places. From his bed to his toothbrush, and even in his spaghetti, Todd's once beloved worms are now causing him to question his obsession. The story takes a humorous turn as Todd grapples with his newfound disgust for the very things he used to torture his sister with. This original tale explores the themes of obsession, disgust, and the unexpected consequences of our actions, all wrapped up in a humorous and engaging narrative that will captivate young readers.

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The StoryGraph · 2026-02-05
fun 3.50

The book exceeded expectations, with a creepy and gross-out vibe reminiscent of Creepshow. It successfully grossed out the reviewer.

The reviewer went into the book with low expectations but was pleasantly surprised. They found the book to be creepy and gross in a way that reminded them of Creepshow. The story's ability to gross out the reader was seen as a positive aspect. While it might not be for everyone, those who enjoy a good gross-out story will appreciate this one. The reviewer felt it was a fun and entertaining read, despite its simplicity.

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    Really didn't expect much going into this.

    Halfway through, it reminded me a bit of Creepshow's They're Creeping Up On You.

    All in all, it grossed me out.

Hardcover.app · Nick · 2024-01-03
average 2.50

The story is neither great nor bad, and the subject matter isn't particularly spooky. However, the writing is solid and engaging.

Nick found the story to be average, neither exceptionally good nor bad. They noted that the subject matter wasn't as spooky as other books in the series, but the writing was pretty solid and kept them engaged. While it wasn't a standout, it was still an enjoyable read. They appreciated the writing style and thought it was well-executed, even if the story itself was somewhat forgettable.

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    The story itself wasn't great but it wasn't bad.

    The subject matter wasn't spooky like a lot of the other books.

    The writing was pretty solid and kept me engaged.

Reading with My Eyes · 2021-10-27
disappointing 1.50

The book is more gross than scary, resembling a prank war episode rather than a full story. It is recommended to skip this one.

The reviewer found the book to be more gross than scary, comparing it to an episode of prank wars rather than a full-fledged story. They felt it lacked depth and substance, making it a less enjoyable read. While it might appeal to some readers who enjoy gross-out moments, the reviewer did not find it particularly compelling. They suggested skipping this book in favor of others in the series.

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    Go Eat Worms! is more gross over scary.

    It's more like an episode of prank wars than a full story.

    I recommend you skip this.

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