The black magic of Camp Cold Lake is a chilling tale of supernatural horror that captivated readers with its mysterious plot and spine-tingling twists. The story revolves around a young girl named Sarah, who is sent to Camp Cold Lake for the summer. At first, Sarah is excited about her new adventure, but she soon discovers that the camp is no ordinary place. Strange things start happening -- campers go missing, objects move on their own, and eerie voices can be heard in the dead of night. As Sarah tries to uncover the truth behind these bizarre occurrences, she learns about the camp's dark history. Legend has it that Camp Cold Lake was built on an ancient burial ground, and the spirits of the deceased still haunt the area.
The next day, Sarah wants to go canoeing. According to the camp's rules, she will need to find a "buddy" to go with her. Sarah asks Jan if she would like to be partners, but Jan declines. Sarah complains to Liz, and Liz forces Jan to partner with Sarah. While canoeing, Sarah begins to lose control of the canoe. During this time, Jan reveals that — because everyone knows about her asthma — she won't be allowed to go on the six-day canoeing trip that she had wanted to go on. Jan jumps off the boat and swims back to shore. Jan's jump flips the canoe. When Jan gets back to shore, she tells Liz that Sarah intentionally flipped the boat.
While Stine tends to farm dated stereotypes in writing exotic locations and he does here, no doubt Jaclyn can scale the neighboring mountain and be home all in five minutes. There are no mermaids here simply large animals who grow larger by eating genetically-engineered plankton, created in secret by a mad scientist working alone in the high sees, with visions of solving world hunger via illegal research and conspiring to murder children.
Legend has it that Camp Cold Lake was built on an ancient burial ground, and the spirits of the deceased still haunt the area. These restless souls are said to have supernatural powers, including the ability to control minds and manipulate reality. Sarah realizes that the mysterious happenings in the camp are not just coincidence, but the result of black magic.
Goosebumps #56: The Curse of Camp Cold Lake
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Camp is supposed to be fun, but Sarah hates Camp Cold Lake. The lake is gross and slimy. And she's having a little trouble with her bunkmates. They hate her.
So Sarah comes up with a plan. She'll pretend to drown -- then everyone will feel sorry for her.
But things don't go exactly the way Sarah planned. Because down by the cold, dark lake someone is watching her. Stalking her. Someone with pale blue eyes. And a see-through body. . . .
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Genres HorrorChildrensFictionMiddle GradeYoung AdultFantasyMystery
144 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published June 1, 1997
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R.L. Stine 1,682 books 16.2k followersRobert Lawrence Stine known as R. L. Stine and Jovial Bob Stine, is an American novelist and writer, well known for targeting younger audiences. Stine, who is often called the Stephen King of children's literature, is the author of dozens of popular horror fiction novellas, including the books in the Goosebumps, Rotten School, Mostly Ghostly, The Nightmare Room and Fear Street series.
R. L. Stine began his writing career when he was nine years old, and today he has achieved the position of the bestselling children's author in history. In the early 1990s, Stine was catapulted to fame when he wrote the unprecedented, bestselling Goosebumps® series, which sold more than 250 million copies and became a worldwide multimedia phenomenon. His other major series, Fear Street, has over 80 million copies sold.
Stine has received numerous awards of recognition, including several Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards and Disney Adventures Kids' Choice Awards, and he has been selected by kids as one of their favorite authors in the NEA's Read Across America program. He lives in New York, NY.
Like many of the later Goosebumps stories, Don’t Go to Sleep! is largely forgettable. In a story ripped straight from the Twilight Zone or Star Trek: Voyager, 12-year-old Matt Amsterdam spends a night enjoying the spaciousness of his family’s guestroom (riveting!), only to wake up in another reality. In fact, every time he naps he finds himself awakening to a new world — he and his family will be older; younger; monsters; squirrels; carnies (huh…); unrelated by blood; and cetera.
As she delves deeper into the secrets of Camp Cold Lake, Sarah discovers that a powerful witch is behind the supernatural occurrences. The witch, who is seeking revenge for her own tragic past, has been using black magic to terrorize the camp and its inhabitants. Driven by the desire to protect herself and her fellow campers, Sarah becomes determined to stop the witch and break the spell that has plagued Camp Cold Lake for years. With the help of her newfound friends and a few brave counselors, Sarah embarks on a dangerous journey to unlock the secrets of the black magic and save the camp from its haunting curse. "The black magic of Camp Cold Lake" explores the themes of friendship, bravery, and the consequences of dabbling in dark forces. It is a thrilling and suspenseful tale that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. With its vivid descriptions, eerie atmosphere, and unexpected twists, this book is a must-read for fans of supernatural horror..
Reviews for "Summoning the Spirits: Ghostly Encounters at Camp Cold Lake"
- Samantha - 2 stars - I found "The black magic of camp cold lake" to be extremely disappointing. The plot was poorly developed and lacked originality. The characters were one-dimensional and had no depth, making it difficult to care about their struggles. The writing style was also lackluster, with repetitive phrases and minimal descriptive language. Overall, I was unimpressed and would not recommend this book to others.
- Mike - 1 star - "The black magic of camp cold lake" was a complete waste of time. The story was predictable and unoriginal, with no surprises or twists. The characters were unlikeable and unrealistic, making it difficult to connect with them. Additionally, I found the writing style to be dull and uninspiring. I had high hopes for this book, but unfortunately, it did not deliver. Save yourself the disappointment and skip this one.
- Emily - 2 stars - I was not a fan of "The black magic of camp cold lake". The plot felt disjointed and lacked a clear direction, leaving me confused and uninterested. The characters were forgettable and flat, with minimal development throughout the story. The writing style was also subpar, with choppy dialogue and awkward transitions. Overall, this book did not meet my expectations and I would not recommend it to others.