Escape from Grimstone Manor Monsteri..., Matt McMann
Escape from Grimstone Manor Monsteri..., Matt McMann
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Escape from Grimstone Manor (Monsterious, Book 1)

Author: Matt McMann

Narrator: Cassandra Morris

Unabridged: 2 hr 55 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 05/09/2023

Synopsis

This series of terrifying standalone tales that combine monsters + mysteries is perfect for fans of Goosebumps.

A USA Today Bestseller

“Spine-chilling and creepy!” —Max Brallier, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Last Kids on Earth

In a mansion on a hill,
lived a man no one could kill.
Raised the dead with magic dark
to rule the world and make his mark.

Zari has always been fascinated by creepy stories about Hezekiah Crawly, the real-life inspiration behind her local amusement park's haunted house attraction, so she's thrilled when her friends Mateo and Taylor agree to go on the last ride of the day before the park closes.

But when the ride breaks down, the three get trapped inside the haunted house for the night! As if that weren't scary enough, the kids stumble onto a hidden staircase leading to a dark, cobwebbed crypt that doesn't seem like part of the ride—and by the looks of it, they aren't alone down there. Is it possible the stories about Hezekiah Crawly and his monstrous experiments are true? And if so, can Zari, Mateo and Taylor make it through the night in one piece?

About The Author

As a professional musician, Matt McMann played an NFL stadium, a cruise ship, and the International Twins Convention. Now he writes the kind of spooky mystery adventure books he loved as a kid. He’s hiked the Pacific Northwest, cruised Loch Ness, and chased a ghost on a mountain. While he missed Bigfoot and Nessie, he caught the ghost. He enjoys brainstorming new books with his wife, New York Times bestselling author Lisa McMann, viewing his son Kilian McMann’s artwork, and watching his daughter, actor Kennedy McMann, on television. Visit him online at mattmcmann.com, and follow him on Twitter and Instagram @matt_mcmann.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Ali on September 03, 2023

Middle grade horror fans will love the fast-paced, mysterious horror romp through an amusement park and hopefully learn the very important lesson to be careful when you're turning the old neighborhood necromancer's lair into a ride. It is also very funny. Thank you so much to the publisher and NetGa......more

Goodreads review by Cristy on October 16, 2023

I knew from the moment I laid eyes on this book that I'd absolutely would love it. Imagine combining Goosebumps with Scooby-Doo. From the story to the characters, this story is perfect for all ages. "In a mansion on a hill, lived a man no one could kill. Raised the dead with magic dark to rule the wor......more

Goodreads review by Jonathan on October 07, 2024

This was a fun paranormal story, but it had some ups and downs for me. Tweens Zari, Mateo, and Taylor have snuck out to a local amusement park to have some fun, but that fun soon turns into a nightmare when they get stuck inside a haunted house ride after hours. Desperate to get out, they explore the......more

Goodreads review by Kseniya on June 17, 2023

*Received the book through a giveaway on Goodreads* Escape From Grimstone Manor by Matt McMann is a fantastic horror mystery that will captivate middle grade readers. If I had stumbled upon this book in my younger days, I’m certain it would have sent shivers down my spine. The story is so gripping th......more

Goodreads review by Alyson on July 13, 2023

Ok, so here’s the thing: I do not like scary or spooky things. I don’t do haunted houses or horror anything, at all (Nancy Drew is the exception and that’s even a lot for me sometimes). I’ve been wanting to read a Matt McMann book since I started following his writing journey, and this book also che......more

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Praise for Escape from Grimstone Manor:

“Deftly explores themes such as courage and the challenges of being vulnerable with friends. There are no dull moments in this rapidly paced tale that’s loaded with action . . . Frighteningly fun.” —Kirkus Reviews

“Adventure with Goosebumps vibes . . . A horror-tinged thriller that’s more rollicking than revolting.” —Publishers Weekly

“Spine-chilling twists and turns and a creepy mystery to unravel. Grab a flashlight—this will have you up reading way too late!”—Max Brallier, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Last Kids on Earth series
 
“A roller coaster of jolts, twists, thrills, and nightmarish creatures creeping out from the shadows. What a wild ride! —Margaret Peterson Haddix, New York Times bestselling author of the Shadow Children sequence
 
“A fast-paced thrill ride of a book, crawling with haunts and horrors at every turn. Enter if you dare! —Marissa Meyer, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Lunar Chronicles
 
“Take my advice and read Monsterious. It’s fun and terrifying!” —James Riley, New York Times bestselling author of Story Thieves

“Delicious, creepy, scary fun!” —Adam Gidwitz, Newbery Honor author of A Tale Dark and Grimm

“Scream. Laugh. Repeat.” —James Ponti, New York Times bestselling author of the City Spies series

“Filled with humor, heart, and creeps galore. An absolute delight from beginning to end!” —Alyson Noël, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Immortals series
 
"Irresistibly fun, monstrously clever, and laced with heart. I couldn’t put it down!" —Lindsay Currie, author of Scritch Scratch
 
“Goosebumps with a splash of From the Mixed Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler. A perfect blend of horror and humor.” —Lorien Lawrence, author of the Fright Watch series

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