Jake's usual summer on his grandfather's farm turns unsettling when oversized flies appear, Grandpa starts behaving oddly, and Jake's friend keeps spinning eerie stories. One of those tales—about a giant's hand found in a field—blurs the line between campfire fright and something more mysterious.

Written as the opening volume in a series of spooky tall tales, the book balances humor and suspense for middle-grade readers. Short chapters and a rural setting make it an accessible, atmospheric read for kids who enjoy folklore-style scares without graphic content.

Readers will find themes of friendship, summer adventure, and small-town oddities woven through a brisk, page-turning plot. Ideal for younger readers seeking a quick, eerie story to share aloud.

• Paperback, 136 pages; published 2014
• Middle-grade, spooky/tall-tale tone
• Quick chapters and a rural summer setting

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