A collection of short horror stories located in the Adirondack Park which is vast (over 6 million acres!) & largely untamed, so is the perfect setting for these tales.

1. The Nye Wolf - a cunning predator roams the trails.

2. The Haunting of Eagle Cave - 2 boys go on a 'Goonies' style treasure hunt which ends in tragedy. (TW for claustrophobia).

3. Beware the Night at the Couchsachraga Bog - A couple trying to 'bag' the last 3 peaks to become 46-ers are plagued by crows on their trip.

4. A Scary Night on the Sacanoaga River - Joe heads into the wilderness alone to camp & fish - only he's not so alone after all.

5. The Ghost Town of Adirondac - Eve finds herself in the abandoned ghost town but it looks she's reliving the last day.

6. The Curse of the Floating Logs - a lone hiker tries to climb a peak where several hikers have disappeared recently.

7. The Legend of the Faust Lumberjack - Emily & her parents move into their new home but are not the only occupants.

8. The Five Ponds Bigfoot - 2 friends have a frightening experience at a hunting cabin.

9. The Nye Wolf Returns - 2 brothers are woefully unprepared for their trek.

There then follows several short chapters about the legends of the Park such as 'The Legend of Champ', the US version of the Loch Ness Monster.

My favourites were 2, 4, & 5 as some of the others were a little repetitive at times., but these 3 were the most unnerving of the stories. It's a fairly short book & perfect for when you want to read something a little different. Overall I enjoyed reading it. 3.5 stars (rounded down).

My thanks to NetGalley & publishers, Globe Pequot/North Country Books, for the opportunity to read an ARC.arcs-free-review-copy ghost_paranormal horror_other-than-ghosts ...more2 s Megan Rang701 4

***** I received this ARC free from NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.

This is an enjoyable, entertaining group of short spooky stories all based in the Adirondack Mountains. These stories are fun on their own or to share aloud. 2 s Alan1,211 70

This review is for an ARC copy received from the publisher through NetGalley.
Written by a licensed guide and expert on the Adirondacks, the book features ghost stories, folk tales and legends based in the Adirondack mountain region. Reminiscent of the type of books published way back in the 1960s though 1980s (and possibly even earlier and later) the book feels a modern era collection of spooky and mysterious tales, as all but two take place in the 1990s or 21st century. They pretty much are apt to be told around a campfire when scary story time is at hand. The book is perfectly enjoyable for what it is.1 Erin36 2

Thank you NetGalley for the advanced reader copy of Adirondack Campfire Stories by James Appleton! 3.5/5!

This book is a fun group of campfire tales about the Adirondacks. For many of the stories, I didn’t realize just how unsettled I was until it was time to put my Kindle away and I noticed I had goosebumps or was thinking about them when I tried to go to sleep. Perfectly eerie little stories, I especially d a lot of the legends discussed at the end!netgalley2 s Debra Gaynor416 3

Adirondack Campfire Stories: Tales and Folklore from Inside the Blue Line
James Appleton
Picture yourself sitting around a campfire with the odor of wood burning smoke and the sound of sparks crackling in the cool night air. As you listen closely to the stories your guide shares with your group. You hear the crack of a stick in the bushes behind you. Is the Nye Wolf waiting to attack or was it your imagination? The guide moves on to his next tale and you imagine you hear wings as they beat the air. You listen closely as the guide tells one story after another including the story of a woman with an anchor tied around her neck; perfectly preserved by the cold water and the tale of Georgie the sea monster.
Author James Appleton shares tales all taking place on or around the Adirondack Mountains. Some of the tales take place on the trail, in the lake or on the mountain. The tales are all spooky ghost stories, tales of superstition, folklore and legend. These tales came from the author’s podcast some are pure fiction, but others are based on fact. They are interesting and well done.
Thank you Netgalley for providing me with a copy of this book for review purposes. Byron F32

When you're in the mood for some campfire stories, James Appleton is ready to help you out. The Adirondacks are huge, as are their beauty and mystery.

There are secrets in the mountains. If you dare, you can go looking for them. If you don't dare, you can still stumble into them.

You might find yourself looking over your shoulder when you hear a noise. You might see nothing there when you turn around. But that doesn't mean the Nye Wolf isn't what made the sound. An elusive beast with sharp white teeth and a purple eye, it has roamed the mountains for a lifetime, you won't be its first victim and you probably won't be its last.

There's gold in the mountains, too. Stashed in a cave. Lots of people go looking for the lost treasure, not all of them return. You can go hunting for treasure and riches, but before going consider asking yourself why it's still there after all this time.

If you make a trip to the Adirondacks be sure to stay on the path. Unless, of course, the path you find yourself on was created over time by lost hikers following each other's last steps before disappearing.

Come prepared. But keep in mind the Adirondacks don't care about your plans. Olivia Brown11

Pure summer fun- true to its title, this is not a book meant to be read in one sitting. If you have any interest in cryptids, camping, campfire tales, or just giving yourself a little fright every night before bed, this is absolutely worth picking up. The author includes an adorable (and helpful!) guide to setting up your own campfire story night, where you can choose from Bigfoot sightings or local Adirondack folktales to share with your friends. My personal favorite (and by far the most claustrophobic and grim of all the stories in this collection) was The Haunting of Eagle Cave- a warning about the consequences of taking what isn't yours, and what the spirits may do to get it back. I could easily see this being a great series that I hope the author continues. He very clearly knows and loves the Adirondack wilderness and I would imagine has even more frightening tales to share with the world. I requested this book as an ARC from NetGalley, and enjoyed it enough that I'll be picking up a hardcopy for myself (and my Bigfoot obsessed father) when it's officially published. Samantha73 3

Thank you to NetGalley & the publisher for this ARC of Adirondack Campfire Stories by James Appleton in exchange for an honest review! I think if you're looking for spooky campfire stories, you absolutely can't go wrong with this book! It's a great collection of stories and Adirondack folklore. The way this book is set up allows for readers to pick a story or two to read night after night on their next camping trip! Definitely don't try to read it all in one go, as I said it's much better suited for prolonging the fun by reading/experiencing the stories one at a time! I'd recommend this to anyone planning on sitting around a campfire (especially in the Adirondacks), or really to anyone that just wants some enjoyable and spooky tales! You'll find exactly what you're looking for in this book!horror netgalley nonfiction Cherise Isabella198 1 follower

This was a really enjoyable, short, spooky, outdoorsy read. It was insightful and I found the stories to be intriguing and enthralling. I am a huge fan of anything deep woods, cryptic, paranormal and supernatural, so naturally I devoured this book and thoroughly enjoyed its contents.
I think this would be the perfect read for those of you are fans of the strange, dark and mysterious...yes that's a Mr. Ballen reference lol. #IYKYK!
A wonderful collection of spooky stories.
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A huge thank you to Netgalley, Globe Pequot and James Appleton for my eARC ;all opinions are 100% my own and I am leaving my review voluntarily.
Kendra Allen13 1 follower

Grab some smores, settle around the campfire, and brace yourself for some great stories! James Appleton spins tales in multiple settings with a variety of folklore,cryptids, ghosts, and legends all based in the Adirondacks. This is the perfect book to enjoy with friends around the fire and re-tell your favorite story that's sure to give everyone a fright! I will be pulling stories on our yearly camping trip for years to come! Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley in an ARC in exchange for an honest review. Kimberley Jamie322 3

I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
A scary collection of short stories. The writing is somewhat choppy and repetitive.
Enjoyed how the author incorporates the beauty and attractions of the ADK while also the setting the scene for readers to tell their own campfire stories.
I did find it a bit chauvinistic…”many outdoorsman and women seek to achieve”. How about outdoor enthusiast or nature lover? Also, per the dictionary an outdoorsman is considered “a person” and therefore gender neutral. Stacey187 6

If you are a person who s to sit around a nice fall bonfire and tell spooky stories, you will love this book! The author, James Appleton, is a licensed outdoor guide who grew up in the area where the stories are from. I loved each and every story. My favorites are The Haunting of Eagle Cave, The Ghost Town of Adirondac, The Legend of the Faust Lumberjack and Bigfoot in the Adirondacks. Very enjoyable, spooky read. Lisa Davidson770 18

I recommend this collection to my fellow horror lovers of almost every age. These stories are fun because they feel real; the locations are specific and the situations are realistic -- up to a point. Stories are much scarier when they feel they could really happen, and these have just the right amount of fear before bringing us back into the safe, everyday world. Thanks to NetGalley for letting me read this Kayla is trying to finish her backlog of books36

Thank you to NetGalley and Globe Pequot, North Country Books for an eARC copy of Adirondack Campfire Stories.

First and foremost, I have to say that the watermark of 'For Review Purposes Only' was a real distraction to reading any of the stories in this particular book. Thankfully, as someone who has spent all of their life in the ADK's, this lore was familiar to me and this is a book I would love to read while camping. Patricia543 1 follower

An anthology of horror stories all set in the beautiful and mysterious Adirondack Mountains of New York State. A hint of repetition in some of the stories but all very chilling and definitely something to read around a campfire. Just make sure to hike the trails of the Adirondacks with at least two other people. Especially enjoyed the legends section.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher and author for the opportunity to read and review this ARC. I am voluntarily leaving my review.horror suspense thriller Rebecca Hill54

This was an interesting read, and full of neat stories. I enjoyed the different little tales that were shared.

If you are looking for some fun stories that are within the Adirondack's - this is a great book for that.arc-copies ghost-reads horror Denice Langley3,391 33

Reading this book brings back memories of my childhood as we sat around a campfire telling stories. Building those memories with your family will insure the history lives on. These stories, or others them, share a sense of connection. Share them with those you love, I did. Steph343 51

Collection of spooky stories and folk lore centered in the Adirondacks.

I didn’t quite mesh with the writing style. I wouldn’t say these stories are my type of horror, but definitely unsettling and spooky.

Stories you could read around a campfire at summer camp. Donna580 16

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