A review by emilywemily6
Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark by Alvin Schwartz

lighthearted mysterious fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.0

I was kind of disappointed by this book. I remember reading these books as a kid and being haunted by them! I was hoping that the stories would be a bit spookier for me as an adult, but I was honestly unfazed.  The illustrations are WAY scarier than the stories. I also like the folk background that the author included in the book. But I wish this book stood the test of time for me; it is decidedly middle grade only.
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