The Puppet's Payback and Other Chilling Tales by Mary Downing Hahn
Published by Clarion Books on September 1, 2020
ISBN: 0358067324
Pages: 192
Genres: Horror, Short Stories
Format: Chapter Book Fiction
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This collection of 10 scary stories from acclaimed author, Mary Downing Hahn will delight fans of the creepy and unnerving. From ghosts to the unexplained to a puppet with nefarious intentions, this book has it all. It isn’t too over the top scary, so it’s perfectly age appropriate. The writing is clear and easy to follow, and many of the stories feature completely unexpected twists. Hand to fans of RL Stine, Hahn’s previous works, and anyone looking for a spooky read. Recommended for readers 3rd grade and up.

Reviewed by Jessie Trafton, Skidompha Library, Damariscotta, ME