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The Midnight Library #4
The Cat Lady
Chloe never quite believed her friends' stories about the Cat Lady. But when a dare goes horribly wrong, she finds out that the truth is more terrifying than anyone had ever imagined. . . . Plus, two more terrible tales. Think happy thoughts. You've entered a scary place. Welcome to The Midnight Library.
176 pages, Paperback
First published February 1, 2006
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Damien Graves
17 books32 followersDamien Graves, also known as Nick Shadow, is the name credited as the editor of the Midnight Library series.
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December 2, 2012I remember that I was sitting alone when I was reading this book, and whenever someone would pass by I'd be startled. But even though this book scared me, I couldn't let go of it until I finished it!
April 4, 2017
How do you rate a book that scared/creeped you out so much that you hate it, but not because it is bad
I wonder if it is creepier now to me than it would have been as a kid. As a kid I didn't have a sense of evil in the world - but now, even if the stories aren't believable, the evil characters are
I wonder if it is creepier now to me than it would have been as a kid. As a kid I didn't have a sense of evil in the world - but now, even if the stories aren't believable, the evil characters are
March 29, 2017
I was attracted to this book by the subtitle, "The Cat Lady".
Three well written suspenseful and chilling tales appropriate for 4th graders.
I was entertained.
Three well written suspenseful and chilling tales appropriate for 4th graders.
I was entertained.
November 29, 2018
Who dares wins was the best!
December 20, 2009
Welcome to the Midnight Library, featuring 3 scary stories researched by its collector, Damien Graves.
In "The Cat Lady", Chloe has heard some ghastly rumors about the neighborhood Cat Lady--ghastly rumors that could prove to be true. The only story within this collection that has the potential of scaring the reader. It could've been made more horrific, in my opinion.
In "Who Dares Wins", Mark and Calvin are impressed by a new friend who doesn't play by the rules--until they discover what kind of game she's playing. The story itself wasn't scary, the stunts per se are the ones that rule your imagination.
Lastly, in "Don't Wake The Baby", Alice was told not to wake the baby no matter what happens. She's about to find out why. Lame ending, as far as I'm concerned. There was a great build up but you don't get what you were hoping for.
Book Details:
Title The Cat Lady (The Midnight Library)
Author Damien Graves
Reviewed By Purplycookie
In "The Cat Lady", Chloe has heard some ghastly rumors about the neighborhood Cat Lady--ghastly rumors that could prove to be true. The only story within this collection that has the potential of scaring the reader. It could've been made more horrific, in my opinion.
In "Who Dares Wins", Mark and Calvin are impressed by a new friend who doesn't play by the rules--until they discover what kind of game she's playing. The story itself wasn't scary, the stunts per se are the ones that rule your imagination.
Lastly, in "Don't Wake The Baby", Alice was told not to wake the baby no matter what happens. She's about to find out why. Lame ending, as far as I'm concerned. There was a great build up but you don't get what you were hoping for.
Book Details:
Title The Cat Lady (The Midnight Library)
Author Damien Graves
Reviewed By Purplycookie
August 2, 2013
My 7 year old daughter asked me to read this first because she was worried it was too creepy--and I'm glad I did! The stories were really disturbing for a kids book-in fact I felt unsettled after reading it. Yuck.
November 12, 2007
Yo this book is mad scary. it had me thinkin if im not scared of scary movies why am i afraid of scary books. thats how scary these books are.
May 28, 2021
I saw this book on my daughter’s bookshelf and something appealed to me, so I read it. It is a collection of 3 stories written for I think 9-12-year olds. I wasn’t really sure what I was expecting so it was a surprise to find that they were, or should I say are a little scary.
I am ok with young one’s reading this type of book, as it should get some of their emotions going, and not just the warm fuzzy ones. The first story in this book got me, I was a little stunned, as I was not expecting the ending.
The second story got me a little angry at the end, and the third story was just quite unusual.
Nick Shadow did a great job at creating his stories and characters, creating scenario’s that I can see as being real. His young characters were written with depth and sincerity, the relationships between the characters were based on the types of relationships I have seen. Fighting, trying to fit in, competitive, sweet, kind ……….. He also touched on how young people will do things that they would not normally choose to do, just to have someone like them, as well as standing up to bullies and doing the right thing.
Over all I enjoyed this book and would recommend it to any tween that liked to be shocked or made feel a little scared.
I am ok with young one’s reading this type of book, as it should get some of their emotions going, and not just the warm fuzzy ones. The first story in this book got me, I was a little stunned, as I was not expecting the ending.
The second story got me a little angry at the end, and the third story was just quite unusual.
Nick Shadow did a great job at creating his stories and characters, creating scenario’s that I can see as being real. His young characters were written with depth and sincerity, the relationships between the characters were based on the types of relationships I have seen. Fighting, trying to fit in, competitive, sweet, kind ……….. He also touched on how young people will do things that they would not normally choose to do, just to have someone like them, as well as standing up to bullies and doing the right thing.
Over all I enjoyed this book and would recommend it to any tween that liked to be shocked or made feel a little scared.
November 4, 2022
very good book
November 19, 2023
The first story should not exist. I cried.
December 8, 2024
The midnight library, vraiment une des meilleures collections de romans d'horreur qui représente toute mon enfance
même encore aujourd'hui certaines histoires me foutent la chair de poule
même encore aujourd'hui certaines histoires me foutent la chair de poule
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December 20, 2024Great book
February 10, 2017
This has 3 short stories in it.well the first one was boring and sucked,so i read half way and gave up.the second story was pretty good i liked it.the last one was the best and the creepiest!!!!! Like lil scares this ones for you!!!
March 27, 2014
There's a pretty good opportunity for sitting down with your boys and talking about girls after they've read through the second story in this book (which takes up most of the book). Like I always tell them, love is like war in that you have absolutely no control over what the person facing you is going to do. All you can do is be prepared for what they send your way. I suppose that's a bit heavy of a topic for a mid-grade reader, but you're never too early to prepare for the battle if you know it's coming.
Other than that, I did not really enjoy these stories. My son (who bought these books with hopes that scary stories might help him make scary video games) did not enjoy them either. I often use the expression "Bad things happening to nice people" to describe some of those prime-time crime shows, and it pretty much fits the description of these books as well. Absent the small, moral message in the center, it is a pretty dry sandwich.
Sorry, Damien.
Other than that, I did not really enjoy these stories. My son (who bought these books with hopes that scary stories might help him make scary video games) did not enjoy them either. I often use the expression "Bad things happening to nice people" to describe some of those prime-time crime shows, and it pretty much fits the description of these books as well. Absent the small, moral message in the center, it is a pretty dry sandwich.
Sorry, Damien.
December 23, 2014
This is the first book I have read from the Midnight Garden, and for a children's book, it certainly wasn't what I expected.
Very good plot twists, and the author kinda lures you into a false sense of security before the climax.
Quite disturbing, but then again it is horror.
Very good plot twists, and the author kinda lures you into a false sense of security before the climax.
Quite disturbing, but then again it is horror.
December 18, 2008
These books are unfinished and quite terrifying when you read them at midnight. Many great scares with each book. Perfect for thrill seekers!
November 5, 2009
i just finsh the cat landy i like it was really scary but i did have night mare when i was sleep.
January 14, 2012
The book was alright I really liked the last story it got me scared.
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July 30, 2012not as scary as I had hoped;/
March 25, 2014
Stories by Allan Frewin Jones
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April 25, 2016horrifying!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
October 4, 2014
This book reminded me of Goosebumps
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