The Scarecrow

Name: The Scarecrow
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9781921922398
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By Ronald Hugh Morrieson

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The Scarecrow by Ronald Hugh Morrieson unfolds in a small New Zealand town, blending elements of mystery and dark comedy. As a thrilling narrative develops, eccentric characters inhabit a world where crime and ordinary life intersect unexpectedly, weaving suspense with the mundane. Morrieson's unique storytelling captivates with both tension and humour.
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You might enjoy this book if you're intrigued by darkly humorous tales set in small-town New Zealand, where a coming-of-age story intertwines with a chilling mystery. The narrative offers a unique blend of quirky characters and suspense, perfect for readers who appreciate a mix of comedy and crime.

The Scarecrow

Ronald Hugh Morrieson combines Boys' Own adventure, psychological thriller, small-town saga and family farce to produce a unique masterpiece.

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"The same week our fowls were stolen, Daphne Moran had her throat cut."

Fourteen-year-old Neddy Poindexter and his mate Les take swift revenge on the chook-rustling Lynch Gang, but things turn sinister when vulture-like Hubert Salter stalks into Klynham. There's a sex killer on the loose, and Neddy is in deep fear for the safety of his sister.

In this lost masterpiece, first published in 1963, forgotten New Zealand writer Morrieson combines Boys' Own adventure, psychological thriller, small-town saga, and family farce to produce a brilliant, hallucinatory mixture distinctively his own.

The Scarecrow is a gripping tale that captures both the darkness and quirkiness of rural New Zealand life.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

The Scarecrow by Ronald Hugh Morrieson is often compared to the works of Dickens, particularly for its rich narrative style and compelling thematic exploration of darker human desires, such as sex. The novel is praised for its complex characters and the way it intertwines humour with a darker, underlying tension throughout the story.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781921922398

Publisher: Text Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 26 April 2012

Country: Australia

Imprint: Text Classics

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 184g

Pages: 242

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About the Author

Ronald Hugh Morrieson's books include The Scarecrow, Came a Hot Friday, Predicament, and Pallet on the Floor. He died in 1972.