Clown in a Cornfield
Clown in a Cornfield
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2020
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Kettle Springs, Missouri • Contemporary
2020
YA
15-18 years
Super Short Summary
Clown in a Cornfield by Adam Cesare follows teenager Quinn Maybrook as she moves to the small town of Kettle Springs, where she discovers the town's dark secrets involving a sinister clown figure, Frendo. As Quinn confronts the unsettling events, survival becomes paramount amid increasing chaos.
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Adam Cesare's Clown in a Cornfield blends classic slasher thrills with modern sensibilities. Critics laud its fast pace, eerie setting, and effective blend of horror with social commentary. However, some find character development lacking and the plot occasionally predictable. Overall, it's a gripping read for horror enthusiasts but may polarize due to its conventional elements.
Who Should Read Clown in a Cornfield?
Clown in a Cornfield by Adam Cesare enthralls horror enthusiasts who savor slasher tales with a modern twist. Fans of Stephen King’s It and R.L. Stine’s Fear Street series will appreciate its blend of small-town suspense and chilling thrills. Ideal for young adults and up, it’s perfect for readers who thrive on adrenaline and dark, twisted narratives.
33,963 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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Novel • Fiction
Kettle Springs, Missouri • Contemporary
2020
YA
15-18 years
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