
The Silence
Published in 2013, The Silence is a ghost story and horror novel by Sarah Rayne. Much of the action takes place in England and Peak District. It deals with haunted houses, widows and antique dealers.
At about 254 pages, most readers finish it in 4–5 hours.
Quick answers
Who wrote The Silence?
The Silence was written by Sarah Rayne and first published in 2013.
What genre is The Silence?
It is usually shelved as Ghost Stories and Horror.
How long is The Silence?
The median edition has 254 pages, about 4–5 hours of reading at 250 words per minute.
What books are similar to The Silence?
Readers who like it often enjoy The Screaming Staircase, The Little Stranger and Bag of Bones.
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