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Jim Razzi’s collection delivers three compact horror stories aimed at children and teens. The first narrative unfolds a playground rumored to haunt its players; the second follows a cursed Egyptian mummy that threatens an unsuspecting victim; the third story threat is a seemingly harmless plant that turns lethal. These succinct tales weave classic ghostly suspense with thrill‑laden twists, creating a compact anthology that offers an engaging mix of supernatural intrigue and danger. The book exemplifies American horror storytelling for a younger audience, giving readers a taste of spooky suspense within a manageable format.
First publish date: 1990
Genre: General Fiction/Short Stories
Authors: Jim Razzi
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