The Scarecrows Will Watch Over Us

Grant Wamack returns with a chilling fusion of folk horror and cryptid myth in The Scarecrows Will Watch Over Us. Published by Broken River Books, this novel centers on the Hollis farm in rural Wisconsin, where rotting scarecrows stand as guardians against an ancient, feral force. Jaylen, a desperate real estate agent focused solely on commission, dismisses local warnings about cat women lurking in the woods. His greed triggers a sequence of blood rites and violence when a teenager vanishes from the property. The narrative draws on traditions similar to Dog Soldiers and Cat People, exploring how old magic binds stitched frames to keep dangerous entities at bay. Wamack, known for God's Leftovers and Bullet Tooth, constructs a story where every shadow holds potential claws. The scarecrows are not mere decoration but active participants in a supernatural defense. As guttural growls ripple through the trees, the forest awakens with hunger. Jaylen’s attempt to close the sale becomes a trap he cannot escape. This book suits readers who enjoy atmospheric horror rooted in American rural settings and cryptid folklore. It appeals to those interested in stories where greed intersects with ancient evil. Readers seeking lighthearted entertainment or urban supernatural tales may find the slow burn of this Wisconsin farm setting too intense. The text focuses on the tension between human ambition and primal fear, offering a grounded yet terrifying experience.