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Produktdetails

Einband

Taschenbuch

Erscheinungsdatum

18.07.2023

Verlag

Penguin Random House

Seitenzahl

336

Maße (L/B/H)

23,4/15,6/2,8 cm

Gewicht

392 g

Sprache

Englisch

ISBN

978-0-593-72415-6

Beschreibung

Rezension

True to her method, [Moreno-Garcia] succeeds here by knowing when to follow the rules of genre storytelling and when to turn them upside down. Los Angeles Times

Like its namesake, Silver Nitrate catches fire and doesn t stop burning until the end. The Washington Post

Wows you with its eerie atmosphere and deft blend of historical fiction, horror and black magic. The New York Times Book Review (Editors Choice)

Moreno-Garcia makes darkness shine. NPR

An engaging, inventive story of moviemaking and the occult. Kirkus Reviews Another instant classic from one of our best genre authors. Paste

[A] gripping and atmospheric thriller. Arlington Magazine

Silvia Moreno-Garcia . . . is one of the most talented writers publishing today. Ms. Silver Nitrate is a world of its own. Shondaland

Silvia Moreno-Garcia proves, once again, that she is one of the most talented writers publishing today. Ms.

[A] gripping and atmospheric thriller that seamlessly blends history and magic. Arlington Magazine

Hip as hell, Silver Nitrate delivers a cinematic and exhilarating punch. Silvia Moreno-Garcia does it again with this creepy and unforgettable occult thriller, teeming with the decadence of old horror movies. Kali Fajardo-Anstine, bestselling author of Woman of Light and Sabrina & Corina
Perfection. No one punctures the skin of reality to reveal the lurking, sinister magic beneath better than Silvia Moreno-Garcia. Kiersten White, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Hide

Silvia Moreno-Garcia is a treasure and Silver Nitrate is a gem: a chilling roller coaster of a tale that captures perfectly why we love horror movies, scary books, and things that go bump in the night. Chris Bohjalian, New York Times bestselling author of The Lioness
Silver Nitrate is a popcorn thrill ride into the underbelly of 1990s Mexican horror movies and occultism. Moreno-Garcia crafts a world so rich with details and history that you won t be able to look away. Dana Schwartz, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Anatomy: A Love Story
You don t just read this book, you live in it and it will charm you, intrigue you, and scare the daylights out of you. Tim Powers, World Fantasy Award winning author of The Anubis Gates

Moreno-Garcia s prose is enchanting, full of perfect phrases that dot every page. BookPage (starred review)
A love letter to Mexico City s film industry and an excellent entry into the popular horror subgenre of occult films. Library Journal

An engaging, inventive story of moviemaking and the occult for film geeks and genre buffs. Kirkus Reviews

This is a knockout. Publishers Weekly (starred review)

Produktdetails

Einband

Taschenbuch

Erscheinungsdatum

18.07.2023

Verlag

Penguin Random House

Seitenzahl

336

Maße (L/B/H)

23,4/15,6/2,8 cm

Gewicht

392 g

Sprache

Englisch

ISBN

978-0-593-72415-6

Herstelleradresse

Libri GmbH
Europaallee 1
36244 Bad Hersfeld
DE

Email: gpsr@libri.de

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    5/5

    30.03.2025

    Buch (Gebundene Ausgabe)

    Lights, Camera aaaand Occult

    This isn’t a jump-scare, slasher-type horror - it’s the kind that creeps under your skin. Blending the occult with the gritty reality of Mexico’s 1990s film industry, the novel captures both the supernatural horrors lurking in lost films and the real-life struggles of those trying to survive in a cutthroat industry. Montserrat and Tristán are far from your ‘standard’ heroes - they aren’t larger than life protagonists but flawed, deeply human characters who are just trying to make it through life. Montserrat, a talented sound editor, is constantly underestimated in a male-dominated field, while Tristán, a ‘former’ star, is stuck in the shadows of his past. Their complicated but deeply loyal friendship is one of the novel’s strongest aspects, and I loved the natural queer representation woven into the story. The horror elements in Silver Nitrate are layered. On one level, there’s the supernatural (cursed films, ghosts, blood magic, and dark rituals) but just as terrifying are the real-life horrors of power and prejudice. Silvia Moreno-Garcia’s signature slow-burn style builds tension throughout, making every eerie revelation hit even harder. Her writing is always rich with historical and cultural detail, and here, she brings 90s Mexico to life. The pacing is deliberate. The setup may be slow, but once the story takes off, it’s impossible to put down.

    #2452656

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    3/5

    25.04.2024

    Buch (Gebundene Ausgabe)

    Underwhelming

    Promising premise, interesting characters and a fantastic cover. Perfect conditions for an amazing book. I was very excited to read this one. Unfortunately, it was quite underwhelming. I liked the writing style and had no trouble getting through the book. The two main characters are unique and very well written. Their dysfunctional relationship kept things interesting and was probably the reason, why I didn’t mind finishing the book. All I can think of the rest of the book is: great idea, poor execution. The lack of horror disappointed me the most. Yes, it’s a spooky story and it actually has the potential to be quite scary but the way it was written, the way the story was told and the creepy parts were described made sure nothing would actually scare you. Though the elements are definitely there, the story couldn’t manage to get you invested enough. The threats don’t feel real, there are hardly any consequences and throughout the book you’re confident everything is going to be fine. Which, in my opinion, defies the whole horror genre. Also the plot unfolds too slowly. And while there is a heavy focus on countless details that will never be mentioned again, we rush through meaningful or establishing character moments without looking back. It’s a pity. Even though this book couldn’t convince me, I’m really interested in Moreno-Garcia’s other books and plan to read at least a few more of them. Because there is definitely something there and her books keep speaking to me.

    #2186826

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