Matthew Petchinsky: The Scarecrow That Knocked After Midnight, Kartoniert / Broschiert

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Some promises should never be broken. When Eli Turner discovers an ancient scarecrow standing at the edge of his isolated farmhouse, he dismisses it as a harmless prank. But after the first mysterious knock echoes through his front door at exactly midnight, the impossible begins. Each night, the scarecrow moves closer. Each night, the knocking returns. And with Halloween drawing near, the terrifying visitor seems determined to claim what it believes is owed. As forgotten family secrets emerge from a century-old journal, Eli uncovers an ancient promise buried beneath his land-one that was broken generations ago. Together with his loyal dog Bramble, his skeptical neighbor Caleb, and the enigmatic Martha Holloway, Eli must confront an ancient force tied to the oldest traditions of the harvest season before Samhain ends. Blending gothic folk horror, supernatural suspense, creeping psychological dread, and relentless mystery, The Scarecrow That Knocked After Midnight delivers an unforgettable journey into haunted fields, forgotten oaths, eerie stone circles, and the terrifying consequences of disturbing ancient powers. Perfect for readers who enjoy atmospheric horror, slow-burning suspense, and chilling folklore, this haunting novel will leave you questioning every lonely farmhouse... and every unexpected knock after midnight.