The Devil in Silver

by Victor LaValle
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Good Books rating 4.17
Horror
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  • ID: 7575
  • Added: 2025-12-16
  • Updated: 2025-12-30
  • ISBN: 9780857509956
  • Publisher: Bantam
  • Published: 2026-01-15
  • Formats: 1
  • Reviews: 3

When Pepper is mistakenly admitted to New Hyde Hospital's psychiatric ward, he expects a quick release. However, as days turn into weeks, he realizes the system has forgotten him. Trapped in a cycle of bad food, endless hallways, and sedatives, Pepper must fight to hold onto his sanity. But his struggles are compounded by the rumours of a devil-like creature that stalks the wards after dark. As patients begin to vanish, Pepper must unite the other inmates to confront the monster and uncover the truth behind the disappearances. The Devil in Silver is a chilling exploration of institutional neglect and the courage required to face both real and imagined demons.

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Tarvolon · 2021-04-19
impressive 4.50

The book is impressive with expertly drawn characters and compelling writing. Themes are powerful and thought-provoking.

This novel stands out for its depth and complexity. The characters are well-developed, and the writing is engaging, making it a compelling read. The themes explored are significant and leave a lasting impression. The more you reflect on the book, the more impressive it becomes, highlighting the author's skill in crafting a thought-provoking narrative.

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    It's a book that gets more impressive the more you think on it.

    The characters are expertly drawn, the writing is compelling, and the themes are powerful.

    The book is impressive with expertly drawn characters and compelling writing.

Reading the End · 2015-05-04
angry 4.00

The book is filled with anger at the mental health system. The text itself is shot through with this anger.

This novel is a powerful critique of the mental health system, with a narrative that vibrates with anger. The text is deeply emotional, reflecting the author's strong feelings on the subject. The acknowledgements at the end further emphasize this anger, making the book a compelling read for those interested in social issues. The emotional intensity of the book is one of its defining features.

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    This book vibrates with anger at the mental health system.

    The text itself is shot through with anger, and the acknowledgements afterward.

    The book is filled with anger at the mental health system.

Books, Bones, Buffy · 2012-08-21
surprising 4.00

The book is surprising and full of three-dimensional characters. It is a bit scary but also poignant.

This novel is a delightful surprise with its unexpected twists and well-developed characters. It manages to be both a bit scary and deeply poignant, making it a memorable read. The author's prose is particularly noteworthy, adding to the overall impact of the story. The book's ability to surprise and engage the reader is one of its strongest points.

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    I love being surprised, and this may be one of the most surprising books I've ever read.

    Always surprising, full of three-D characters, a little bit scary (for unexpected reasons) but even more poignant.

    The book is surprising and full of three-dimensional characters.

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