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Livia carries a small porcelain hand, the only remnant of a doll once owned by her grandmother. On her first night at summer camp, the hand comes to life and terrifies an envious cabinmate, setting a tone of supernatural suspense. This gripping story is one of six eerie tales that make up Michael Dahl’s compilation of American children's horror stories. Each narrative offers a distinct twist on the uncanny, ensuring that readers stay on edge from beginning to finish.
First publish date: 2015
Genre: Horror/Supernatural Horror
Authors: Michael Dahl
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