Often, in action - oriented scarecrow novels like 'Scarecrow' by Matthew Reilly, the character develops combat skills and strategic thinking. He may start as a relatively unknown entity but becomes a formidable force through his experiences and the challenges he faces in the story.
There's a story of a group of kids who dared each other to spend the night in a field with a creepy old scarecrow. As the night fell, they started to feel uneasy. One kid swore he saw the scarecrow's eyes glow red. They all huddled together, trying to ignore it. But then they heard strange rustling sounds coming from the direction of the scarecrow. They were so scared that they ran all the way home, not looking back once.
It depends on your preferences. Some people think it's great for its intense storylines and well-developed characters. Others might not be as impressed.