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Silent Night

Mary Higgins Clark
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Silent Night

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1996

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Mary Higgins Clark

Silent Night

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1996
Book Details
Pages

177

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New York City • 1990s

Publication Year

1996

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

840L

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Super Short Summary

In Silent Night by Mary Higgins Clark, a family in New York faces turmoil when their young son inadvertently crosses paths with a dangerous character while searching for a treasured possession. As events unfold, the boy's safety becomes a pressing concern, leading to a tense race against time during the holiday season.

Suspenseful

Mysterious

Dark

Emotional

Heartwarming

Reviews & Readership

4.0

8,261 ratings

60%

Loved it

32%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Mary Higgins Clark's Silent Night delivers a suspenseful holiday mystery that keeps readers engaged. The gripping plot and well-developed characters are highlights, offering a cozy yet thrilling read. Some find the pacing uneven, with predictable elements. Overall, it's a captivating story perfect for fans of crime thrillers seeking a festive twist.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Silent Night?

A reader who enjoys Silent Night by Mary Higgins Clark likely appreciates suspenseful mysteries with emotional depth. Fans of Agatha Christie's Murder on the Orient Express and Lisa Jewell's Then She Was Gone would enjoy the page-turning intrigue and family dynamics central to Clark's storytelling.

4.0

8,261 ratings

60%

Loved it

32%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

177

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New York City • 1990s

Publication Year

1996

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

840L

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