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Goosebumps 2000 #13
Return to Horrorland
Lizzy and Luke have returned to HorrorLand with television reporters to show the world the deadly dangers of the park, including such all-new attractions as Torture Mountain, Dungeon of No Return, and Buzzard Beach.
144 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 1999
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R.L. Stine
1,679 books18.6k 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.
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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.
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July 26, 2022
I read all 25 Goosebumps Series 2000 books for a 2-hour YouTube video, where I reviewed and ranked them all, which you can check out here: https://youtu.be/VsNwNpeqgLo
October 29, 2014
Rating: 3/5
Review to come (I know I've been saying that for my past 10 read books but they will come, I promise ;) )
Review to come (I know I've been saying that for my past 10 read books but they will come, I promise ;) )
March 16, 2023
One Day at Horrorland is a fun Goosebumps book, it's the fan favorite of the whole franchise, while not necessary my favorite as I thought there's more titles that are more superior in my opinion, I do get why it's enjoyable and it was a good slash of horror and dark humor.
The direct sequel however kinda sucks.
So essentialy we follow the main characters of the first Horrorland book and they were watching this reality show of people documenting weird occurences and the one shown is a reference to the Monster Blood books, mainly the 1st and 2nd books and I thought that was cool. makes me wish more Goosebumps books would reference past stories and a shared universe or a crossover story would be cool (I know it kinda happened at the 2008-2012 Horrorland books but I haven't read those and I assume that those whole series is a seperate universe).
Getting off topic, so this TV program hosts invites the kids to Return to Horrorland, it was fine premise, but some glaring logic is the mother just letting her childrens and the one friend to go along with this strangers just to go to this theme park is just so irresponsible parenting, it bothers me too much especially reading it at this nowadays where you can't trust anyone. didn't the mother get suspisious of these show hosts?
And my assumptions of it are actually true that these hosts are in fact
The direct sequel however kinda sucks.
So essentialy we follow the main characters of the first Horrorland book and they were watching this reality show of people documenting weird occurences and the one shown is a reference to the Monster Blood books, mainly the 1st and 2nd books and I thought that was cool. makes me wish more Goosebumps books would reference past stories and a shared universe or a crossover story would be cool (I know it kinda happened at the 2008-2012 Horrorland books but I haven't read those and I assume that those whole series is a seperate universe).
Getting off topic, so this TV program hosts invites the kids to Return to Horrorland, it was fine premise, but some glaring logic is the mother just letting her childrens and the one friend to go along with this strangers just to go to this theme park is just so irresponsible parenting, it bothers me too much especially reading it at this nowadays where you can't trust anyone. didn't the mother get suspisious of these show hosts?
And my assumptions of it are actually true that these hosts are in fact
September 15, 2023
UPDATE: I've now done it on the blog: https://spongey444.wordpress.com/2023...
So going into this month, I was 3 books away from having read all of Series 2000 at least once, and thus all the mainline Goosebumps books. Now I am 2 away. I usually read at dedicated times, but I am tied up working on the Fear Street trilogy review for the blog, there's less room for that. So i wanted to see if I could read outside of that time, do it more and off as I do other things, take my time a tad more.
I was able to do it easily here as my test, although here it's mainly cuz I had a recently gotten psychical copy and it's easier to do when I don't have to read on another tap in my browers lol. I don't plan to do this a lot to avoid burn out but if I got some extra quick stuff I wanna get out of the way, I'll do it.
I hope to do the Series 2000 I need to read during the rest of the month, we'll see. For this book, I plan to review on the blog someday as there's a fair amount of little things, and big things to say about HorrorLand as a concept and how this book does it compared to the Escape from HorrorLand PC game and the HorrorLand series to a lesser extent.
Short version, it's a standard Goosebumps sequels where it amounts to a less good retread and there's forced ways to get us into situations, and certain characters (Well okay mainly Luke) are made dumber. However, it gets into better tension in the third act and there are good ideas here, some of which are teased and dropped. The best one comes with these paranormal investigators, it's a fantastic idea to add to the Gooseverse and speaking of, this is the book that basically establishes it to begin with and while it doesn't go all the way with it, it's still awesome to see.
A 6/10 (2.5) book if there ever was one. Not to much I hated, but mostly just okay. Hope the remaining two are better done. Anyway, see ya for Animorphs tomorrow.
So going into this month, I was 3 books away from having read all of Series 2000 at least once, and thus all the mainline Goosebumps books. Now I am 2 away. I usually read at dedicated times, but I am tied up working on the Fear Street trilogy review for the blog, there's less room for that. So i wanted to see if I could read outside of that time, do it more and off as I do other things, take my time a tad more.
I was able to do it easily here as my test, although here it's mainly cuz I had a recently gotten psychical copy and it's easier to do when I don't have to read on another tap in my browers lol. I don't plan to do this a lot to avoid burn out but if I got some extra quick stuff I wanna get out of the way, I'll do it.
I hope to do the Series 2000 I need to read during the rest of the month, we'll see. For this book, I plan to review on the blog someday as there's a fair amount of little things, and big things to say about HorrorLand as a concept and how this book does it compared to the Escape from HorrorLand PC game and the HorrorLand series to a lesser extent.
Short version, it's a standard Goosebumps sequels where it amounts to a less good retread and there's forced ways to get us into situations, and certain characters (Well okay mainly Luke) are made dumber. However, it gets into better tension in the third act and there are good ideas here, some of which are teased and dropped. The best one comes with these paranormal investigators, it's a fantastic idea to add to the Gooseverse and speaking of, this is the book that basically establishes it to begin with and while it doesn't go all the way with it, it's still awesome to see.
A 6/10 (2.5) book if there ever was one. Not to much I hated, but mostly just okay. Hope the remaining two are better done. Anyway, see ya for Animorphs tomorrow.
February 9, 2021
2.5 / 5 stars
A really disappointing sequel to one of the greatest GB books of all time. On its own, this book isn't bad at all, but the fact that it is the same characters, returning to the SAME theme park under a very weak pretense / plot point, really dampens the whole effect of the story.
We see the same formula used in the first book, though not nearly as well done. The pacing isn't as good, the kids seem a bit dumber this time around, and the attractions within the park aren't as creative or creepy.
Also, for this being a direct sequel, there are some plot-holes and continuity errors that got under my skin.
There were some references to other GB books in here, suggesting the existence of "GB Lore", that many of the books in the series are intertwined in some way or another, and existing in the same world. I found this pretty interesting.
The ending was very "meh" and anti-climactic, unlike the first book. At best, it was funny. But humor was something that was well-woven into the first book without overdoing it.
In summary, not a bad book, but not great. As a direct sequel, it's pretty disappointing. It completely pales in comparison to One Day at Horrorland.
A really disappointing sequel to one of the greatest GB books of all time. On its own, this book isn't bad at all, but the fact that it is the same characters, returning to the SAME theme park under a very weak pretense / plot point, really dampens the whole effect of the story.
We see the same formula used in the first book, though not nearly as well done. The pacing isn't as good, the kids seem a bit dumber this time around, and the attractions within the park aren't as creative or creepy.
Also, for this being a direct sequel, there are some plot-holes and continuity errors that got under my skin.
There were some references to other GB books in here, suggesting the existence of "GB Lore", that many of the books in the series are intertwined in some way or another, and existing in the same world. I found this pretty interesting.
The ending was very "meh" and anti-climactic, unlike the first book. At best, it was funny. But humor was something that was well-woven into the first book without overdoing it.
In summary, not a bad book, but not great. As a direct sequel, it's pretty disappointing. It completely pales in comparison to One Day at Horrorland.
August 6, 2014
This book is the definition of an unnecessary sequel. While this is supposed to be a sequel to One Day in Horrorland of the original Goosebumps series, this book retains basically nothing from its superior original other than important names. Horrorland was originally a theme park. However, the characters never encounter a single ride. Instead, they stumble through a bunch of half-baked, barely cohesive scenes involving an Egyptian pyramid, a dentist office, a sandy desert, and a magic show. The plot jerks along with all the focus of a drunk squirrel, and I found a sick pleasure just wondering what kind of absurd thing the author was going to throw next. It might have been enjoyable as a kid, but this book is just literary junk food disguised as a children's novel. Despite finding some enjoyment from the absurdity of the plot, I can't recommend anybody waste their time on this one.
January 24, 2012
I really enjoyed A Night in Horrorland or whatever it was called, so I decided to read this one. A fun book. You have the same three charectors (mispelled and I don't care)from the first one. They return to Horrorland (obviously) but in a different location and against their will. Suspenseful, lots of 'action". it's like watching Jurassic park, except instead of big monsters we have 8 foot mon.....ok so maybe it is like Jurassic Park. Its a good book if you believe your child is old enough to read about edible human fingers and enjoy a scary adventure. As usual you get your twists to keep the story going. very interesting and enjoyable.
December 6, 2019
Libro que me ha encantado y que sigue mucho la línea de los de terror de rl stine
April 10, 2009
I thought that this story was very good. The plot was engaging and not without its secrets that came out as the story progressed, and the way that this new adventure featuring Luke and Lizzy (and, once again, Luke's friend Clay!) fit neatly into the narrative from the first book was nice. This is a good story, either as an extension of the first book or on its own.
February 10, 2024
a strong 4.5/5 for the second part! it’s amazing! and as always, the ending’s gotta be crazy! loved it.
November 9, 2023
Suatu hari, suami-istri yang merupakan pembawa acara TV terkenal mendadak datang ke rumah keluarga Morris. Mereka menawarkan ketiga anak itu untuk menyelediki hal-hal mencurigakan di HorrorLand demi memperingatkan khalayak umum tentang bahayanya tempat itu. Mereka tahu banyak soal HorrorLand, makanya dipilih. Meski masih takut, Lizzy, Luke, dan Clay memutuskan untuk kembali ke sana. Satu per satu peristiwa seram pun terjadi.
Sekitar delapan tahun yang lalu, aku sudah pernah baca Suatu Hari di HorrorLand (SHDHL). Aku enggak begitu ingat ceritanya tentang apa. Tapi, penyelesaian permasalahannya yang sangat aneh dan ajaib—entah dulu aku suka atau sebal—yang jelas, novel itulah yang paling kuingat di antara lainnya.
Salah satu kelebihan dari sekuel ini, yaitu menyebutkan beberapa novel sebelum dan sesudahnya, jadi lore-nya memang dalam satu universe. Favoritku, yakni tentang papan petunjuk kelemahan monster di SHDHL yang sudah tidak ada di sini, yang artinya mungkin karena mereka sudah berevolusi, jadi taktiknya sudah tidak bisa dipakai lagi. Aku pun dibuat bertanya-tanya, kali ini cara mengalahkan mereka itu seperti apa.
Ada dua hal menjengkelkan yang bisa jadi pesan moral di sini, yaitu:
1. Jangan biarkan anak-anakmu pergi jauh tanpa pengawasanmu, apalagi bersama dua orang asing yang kepribadian mereka belum diketahui di dunia nyata walau sering muncul di TV, terlebih hanya karena keluargamu sedang kesulitan mencari uang.
Yang ini aku enggak begitu yakin, tapi bukankah kedua orangtua itu juga pernah mengalami hal-hal mengerikan di HorrorLand sebelumnya? Kalau mereka memang tipe orangtua tidak bertanggung jawab sejak SHDHL, aku agak enggak heran sama sikap mereka di sini, sih.
2. Anak-anak, tolong jangan mau disuruh melakukan sesuatu berbahaya oleh orang-orang asing meski mereka adalah idolamu.
Dan anehnya, ketiga anak tadi masih sangat trauma pas awal diskusi, tapi entah kenapa mereka mendadak ingin masuk TV sejak ibu Lizzy mempertimbangkan tawaran itu.
Karena faktor-faktor tadi, aku pun kesulitan dalam menyayangi tokoh-tokohnya, belum lagi si adik yang masih sangat menjengkelkan meski sudah mengalami kesialan berturut-turut—yang sepertinya para adik memang seperti itu di dunia nyata. Karena Lizzy adalah satu-satunya yang terasa benar-benar menderita di sini, aku pun mengira ini adalah novel prank lagi. Mungkin karena aku mulai terkena reading slump, yang jelas, aku merasa ada sesuatu yang kurang mengasyikkan di sini waktu membacanya.
Ketika berpikir tentang HorrorLand, pasti pembaca mengira bakal ada wahana permainan seram. Yang muncul di sini justru permainan-permainan absurd yang cukup unik, contohnya: rumah sakit berdokter gigi kejam yang ternyata robot. Aku sama sekali enggak kepikiran kalau seseorang bisa berimajinasi ada dokter gigi di taman hiburan. Jadi, bisa dibilang aku tertarik sekaligus bingung sama ide itu.
Aku enggak puas sama ending yang membuat ketiga anak itu looping di taman bermain horor lain. Namun, aku cukup suka pas menganggapnya sebagai ganjaran atas kelalaian para orangtua dan keinginan tenar para anak.
Aku berusaha untuk membaca secara teliti, tapi mungkin masih ada yang tertinggal. Jadi, ini pertanyaan-pertanyaanku:
1. Kira-kira Derek dan Margo bakal lebih untung kalau bekerja sama dengan para pegawai HorrorLand atau mengekspos kejahatan?
2. Kalau ada kemungkinan penayangan video bukti di TV membuat mereka lebih untung, kenapa mereka mau-maunya bekerja sama dengan para monster?
3. Kalau mereka melakukan itu karena takut tidak bisa menang melawan pasukan Horor, bukankah cara melarikan diri dari mereka sangat mudah ditemukan dan tinggal langsung pakai kostum?
4. Jadi, apa jangan-jangan Derek memang monster berbuntut hijau sama seperti para Horor sehingga ikut membantu sesamanya?
Omong-omong, di halaman 136, wanitanya berambut pirang. Tapi, di halaman 137, dia jadi berambut hitam.
Sekitar delapan tahun yang lalu, aku sudah pernah baca Suatu Hari di HorrorLand (SHDHL). Aku enggak begitu ingat ceritanya tentang apa. Tapi, penyelesaian permasalahannya yang sangat aneh dan ajaib—entah dulu aku suka atau sebal—yang jelas, novel itulah yang paling kuingat di antara lainnya.
Salah satu kelebihan dari sekuel ini, yaitu menyebutkan beberapa novel sebelum dan sesudahnya, jadi lore-nya memang dalam satu universe. Favoritku, yakni tentang papan petunjuk kelemahan monster di SHDHL yang sudah tidak ada di sini, yang artinya mungkin karena mereka sudah berevolusi, jadi taktiknya sudah tidak bisa dipakai lagi. Aku pun dibuat bertanya-tanya, kali ini cara mengalahkan mereka itu seperti apa.
Ada dua hal menjengkelkan yang bisa jadi pesan moral di sini, yaitu:
1. Jangan biarkan anak-anakmu pergi jauh tanpa pengawasanmu, apalagi bersama dua orang asing yang kepribadian mereka belum diketahui di dunia nyata walau sering muncul di TV, terlebih hanya karena keluargamu sedang kesulitan mencari uang.
Yang ini aku enggak begitu yakin, tapi bukankah kedua orangtua itu juga pernah mengalami hal-hal mengerikan di HorrorLand sebelumnya? Kalau mereka memang tipe orangtua tidak bertanggung jawab sejak SHDHL, aku agak enggak heran sama sikap mereka di sini, sih.
2. Anak-anak, tolong jangan mau disuruh melakukan sesuatu berbahaya oleh orang-orang asing meski mereka adalah idolamu.
Dan anehnya, ketiga anak tadi masih sangat trauma pas awal diskusi, tapi entah kenapa mereka mendadak ingin masuk TV sejak ibu Lizzy mempertimbangkan tawaran itu.
Karena faktor-faktor tadi, aku pun kesulitan dalam menyayangi tokoh-tokohnya, belum lagi si adik yang masih sangat menjengkelkan meski sudah mengalami kesialan berturut-turut—yang sepertinya para adik memang seperti itu di dunia nyata. Karena Lizzy adalah satu-satunya yang terasa benar-benar menderita di sini, aku pun mengira ini adalah novel prank lagi. Mungkin karena aku mulai terkena reading slump, yang jelas, aku merasa ada sesuatu yang kurang mengasyikkan di sini waktu membacanya.
Ketika berpikir tentang HorrorLand, pasti pembaca mengira bakal ada wahana permainan seram. Yang muncul di sini justru permainan-permainan absurd yang cukup unik, contohnya: rumah sakit berdokter gigi kejam yang ternyata robot. Aku sama sekali enggak kepikiran kalau seseorang bisa berimajinasi ada dokter gigi di taman hiburan. Jadi, bisa dibilang aku tertarik sekaligus bingung sama ide itu.
Aku enggak puas sama ending yang membuat ketiga anak itu looping di taman bermain horor lain. Namun, aku cukup suka pas menganggapnya sebagai ganjaran atas kelalaian para orangtua dan keinginan tenar para anak.
Aku berusaha untuk membaca secara teliti, tapi mungkin masih ada yang tertinggal. Jadi, ini pertanyaan-pertanyaanku:
1. Kira-kira Derek dan Margo bakal lebih untung kalau bekerja sama dengan para pegawai HorrorLand atau mengekspos kejahatan?
2. Kalau ada kemungkinan penayangan video bukti di TV membuat mereka lebih untung, kenapa mereka mau-maunya bekerja sama dengan para monster?
3. Kalau mereka melakukan itu karena takut tidak bisa menang melawan pasukan Horor, bukankah cara melarikan diri dari mereka sangat mudah ditemukan dan tinggal langsung pakai kostum?
4. Jadi, apa jangan-jangan Derek memang monster berbuntut hijau sama seperti para Horor sehingga ikut membantu sesamanya?
Omong-omong, di halaman 136, wanitanya berambut pirang. Tapi, di halaman 137, dia jadi berambut hitam.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
August 18, 2024
In promotion for the 1996 HorrorLand game, Scholastic issued a sequel for the iconic ‘One Day at HorrorLand’ story. Does the sequel live up to its predecessor? Short answer, no. Long answer, keep reading. The book has many strong suits. The biggest thing to like about this book is the ramped up scares. All the attractions in this book are far more intense and interesting than the ones in the first book, which I really like. Another thing is the villains; whilst their twist is just fine, I find the buildup to that reveal at the end of the book towards who the villains are (that aren’t the Horrors) really enjoyable. Next, the book is a roller-coaster like the first one, which is what I mainly enjoy about that book. And for an added bonus, you have pretty solid protagonists and a couple fun nods to other goosebumps stories. But the book has some negative qualities, the first being the very wonky exposition. I mean, it doesn’t make a whole lot of sense, even with later reveals, to how the Stranges found the main characters that easily, let alone the very forced feel of these kids agreeing to Return to HorrorLand (I said the title!!!). It’s not done very well. And another thing to point out is that the book can get a little repetitive, and whilst I think it doesn’t overstay it’s welcome when it comes to scares and rides, it’s clear it just to reach the, funny enough, exactly 120 page count, and it just starts to get old after a while albeit a fun ride. The ending is also just a dumpster fire, with a classic ‘Pull some random shit outta my ass’ Stine move for the sake of having a twist ending, which isn’t even a twist, just a poopy poo poo wrap up. If there were to be anything else to mention, it’s the sequel syndrome; Lizzy and her shithead brother and a ball of Clay completely forget about the No Pinching stuff minus a very brief mention of it, and let alone never think to try it during the close encounters in the climax. The game show stuff is just gone, vanished, ceased to exist even. And them agreeing to return to HorrorLand is just ridiculous, though a little goofy. 7.5/10, I can forgive it a bit since it is a semi guilty pleasure and just a frickin upgrade in terms of scares from its predecessor. The cover art incredible too.
October 3, 2021
Sorry y'all but this is nowhere near as good as One Day At Horrorland...these new things the add to Horrorland arent realistic for a theme park. Like a strange mummy pyramid with a bunch of caskets and one is over a trapdoor because they know that some kid is gonna climb in and close it? Or the strange dentist hall with robotic dentist monsters who drill your teeth while you're strapped down? The fuck is this stine?!
I did love the idea of a Horrorland gift shop and the tv show that shows the kids of Goosebumps books talking about the strange props of the books such as Monster Blood. That was a funny crossover moment that you wouldn't understand if you hadnt read any of the other books...like he put that in here just for the fanatics that are looking for "Goose Eggs" to prove the books are connected to each other...such as the @saypodanddie hosts! The cover art is amazing but sadly the book doesn't hold a candle to this flame.
I did love the idea of a Horrorland gift shop and the tv show that shows the kids of Goosebumps books talking about the strange props of the books such as Monster Blood. That was a funny crossover moment that you wouldn't understand if you hadnt read any of the other books...like he put that in here just for the fanatics that are looking for "Goose Eggs" to prove the books are connected to each other...such as the @saypodanddie hosts! The cover art is amazing but sadly the book doesn't hold a candle to this flame.
January 16, 2023
A daring return to Horrorland! I enjoyed this follow-up to “One Day at Horrorland”, particularly the ingenious way that Mr. Stine brought it back to life: A television show to expose the Horrors! That’s brilliant, and it fits well with the story. The dynamic of Lizzy, Luke, and Clay continues to be a strong one as they follow Derek and Margo back to Horrorland. And all because their parents were paid off to let them go back! But the book itself was not as strong as the original. The testing of the Horrorland rides, while fun, dragged on a bit. In particular, the way the end looped things around was clever but anti-climatic.
Overall, I enjoyed this book, and it stuck in my head a bit more than the original, remembering it from my childhood. But I felt like there was something missing from the story. Then again, I suppose all of R.L. Stine’s books tend to leave the ending open with a twist, and it might just be me hoping for more.
Overall, I enjoyed this book, and it stuck in my head a bit more than the original, remembering it from my childhood. But I felt like there was something missing from the story. Then again, I suppose all of R.L. Stine’s books tend to leave the ending open with a twist, and it might just be me hoping for more.
April 23, 2021
I will say, I did like the references to other Goosebumps stories like Monster Blood and Bad Hare Day. But the story itself was such a let down and completely unnecessary. The original Horrorland book is a classic and should’ve been left alone. This felt like nothing but a cash grab for Horrorland fans. It’s not as effective because the readers are already familiar with the setting. And the ending... god the ending! It’s like Stine tried to write his way out of a corner, it’s so sudden and extremely lazy and anticlimactic. Definitely a let down.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
June 19, 2022
Fatoni Maraton Goosebumps Series 2000
Buku 13 dari 25
Lizzy, Luke, dan Clay adalah 3 tokoh utama di buku One Day at Horrorland di original series. Dan, kali ini mereka kembali ke sana hanya demi masuk TV. Mengingat pengalaman mereka di buku sebelumnya, heran saja kenapa mereka nggak sampai mengalami PTSD.
Sejatinya, aku sudah bosen dengan konsep cerita wahana atau camp menakutkan di serial Goosebumps. Ceritanya begitu-begitu saja: datang, ketakutan, berusaha kabur, ketakutan, berusaha kabur, ketakutan, berusaha kabur, dan kemudian twist. Nothing intriguing.
Buku 13 dari 25
Lizzy, Luke, dan Clay adalah 3 tokoh utama di buku One Day at Horrorland di original series. Dan, kali ini mereka kembali ke sana hanya demi masuk TV. Mengingat pengalaman mereka di buku sebelumnya, heran saja kenapa mereka nggak sampai mengalami PTSD.
Sejatinya, aku sudah bosen dengan konsep cerita wahana atau camp menakutkan di serial Goosebumps. Ceritanya begitu-begitu saja: datang, ketakutan, berusaha kabur, ketakutan, berusaha kabur, ketakutan, berusaha kabur, dan kemudian twist. Nothing intriguing.
June 11, 2025
This is a direct sequel to One Day at Horrorland from the original Goosebumps series. Although it was a fun read it’s definitely not as good as the original. The rides in this book were not as creative and just not spooky or as gross as the first. I did like that characters from other original goosebumps books make a brief appearance.
February 28, 2021
I enjoyed most of the beginning but the ending was just stupid. Not my favourite r.l stine book but not the worst
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October 6, 2021
Not as good as the first. Some set pieces in this one just didn't quite belong and could have been changed easily for the better. The ending was pretty lack luster as well.
October 24, 2022
Well, this sequel to the original Goosebumps book #16, One Day At HorrorLand, offers some twists and turns, but it's all fairly mediocre, especially if you can't help comparing both books together.
July 28, 2023
My kid gave me this to read. Perfect for the reading level if they like “safe” horror. Lots of other Stine books are better and have more suspense.
July 12, 2024
Best series 2000 book I have read so far. Equally as good as One Day At Horrorland
November 9, 2024
Darker than the original. Was surprised by some of it
January 27, 2025
Imagine One Day at Horrorland but if it was bad. Crossover between Monster Blood and Bad Hare Day was cool. 3.5/10
March 31, 2025
It's a bad sequel to an overrated Goosebumps book. I appreciated the references to Monster Blood and Bad Hare Day though.
November 28, 2025
7/10
Not as good as the original but still pretty solid.
Not as good as the original but still pretty solid.
February 5, 2022
Not as good as the first but still enjoyable even if it sort of forgets about the ending of the original.
September 7, 2016
Okay, so I never read the Series 2000 books as a kid. Although they were newer when I was little, they never really made the waves that the original series made, and so they weren't at libraries and whatever. So I didn't read them as a kid. But now, as an adult who has embraced her love for children's horror and an addiction to thriftBooks, I've decided to check some out.
And for starting with this one - I think that was a good idea. Because this one has so many references to the original series - the main characters, for one, the setting, also Evan Ross ( AKA the whiniest but most realistic and best Goosebumps protag from the best Goosebumps book ) and Amaz-O (which was wild , hello Bad Hare Day) showed up. Which also gives the implication that all of these creepy things are happening in the same world, which is kind of great and also gives context to Welcome to Camp Nightmare and just. I'm getting too intense about Goosebumps mythology, but you know what.
And for starting with this one - I think that was a good idea. Because this one has so many references to the original series - the main characters, for one, the setting, also Evan Ross ( AKA the whiniest but most realistic and best Goosebumps protag from the best Goosebumps book ) and Amaz-O (which was wild , hello Bad Hare Day) showed up. Which also gives the implication that all of these creepy things are happening in the same world, which is kind of great and also gives context to Welcome to Camp Nightmare and just. I'm getting too intense about Goosebumps mythology, but you know what.
August 8, 2017
I read this book when I was a kid, and I thought this and its predecessor were basically the greatest stories to grace the earth.
But I have to say, they're terrible.
I could never be a children's author. The plot was scattered all over the place, the characters are ridiculously flat, and the writing - oh, god, the writing - is cringe-worthy. I'm not sure if that's a feature of all kids' books or just RL Stine's, but it's like reading pages and pages of repetitive drivel, and the same 'oooh scary - wait I knew it wasn't real - aargh this is real - nah I knew it was fake'. Perhaps I fell for it as a kid, but judging by reviews of RL Stine's adult books, it doesn't get much more convincing.
Still. It killed ten minutes.
But I have to say, they're terrible.
I could never be a children's author. The plot was scattered all over the place, the characters are ridiculously flat, and the writing - oh, god, the writing - is cringe-worthy. I'm not sure if that's a feature of all kids' books or just RL Stine's, but it's like reading pages and pages of repetitive drivel, and the same 'oooh scary - wait I knew it wasn't real - aargh this is real - nah I knew it was fake'. Perhaps I fell for it as a kid, but judging by reviews of RL Stine's adult books, it doesn't get much more convincing.
Still. It killed ten minutes.
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