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'Lessons in Terror' brings together three standalone stories that follow individual high‑school students as they confront terrifying situations. Each narrative examines the consequences of bravery, curiosity and the lessons that immediate danger can teach. The collection offers a chilling look at teenage life and the dangers that can lurk in everyday school settings.
The book combines the suspense of horror with the relatable themes of learning, risk, and the growing pains of adolescence, making it an engaging read for young readers ready for a bit of fright.
First publish date: 1998
Genre: Horror/Psychological Horror
Authors: Robert Lawrence Stine
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