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The Silver Eyes

Scott Cawthon
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The Silver Eyes

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2015

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Scott Cawthon

The Silver Eyes

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2015
Book Details
Pages

384

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Fantasy

Horror & Suspense

Mystery & Crime Fiction
Setting

Hurricane, Utah • 1990s

Topic
Religion & Spirituality

Sports
Publication Year

2015

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

13-18 years

Lexile Level

790L

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Super Short Summary

The Silver Eyes by Scott Cawthon follows a group of childhood friends, including a person named Charlie, who return to their hometown on the anniversary of a tragic event. They explore a derelict family-owned pizzeria, uncovering hidden secrets and confronting past traumas related to a series of mysterious and unsettling occurrences involving eerie animatronics.

Mysterious

Unnerving

Dark

Suspenseful

Nostalgic

Reviews & Readership

4.4

34,648 ratings

80%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Silver Eyes by Scott Cawthon offers a gripping narrative that expands the lore of the popular video game series. Fans appreciate the eerie atmosphere and character development. However, some critics find the pacing uneven and the prose simplistic. Overall, it appeals primarily to existing fans seeking deeper exploration of the franchise's universe.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Silver Eyes?

A reader who enjoys The Silver Eyes by Scott Cawthon is likely a fan of suspenseful horror and video game lore, particularly those familiar with the Five Nights at Freddy's series. Similar readers might appreciate R.L. Stine's Goosebumps for its eerie themes and approachable scares.

4.4

34,648 ratings

80%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

384

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Fantasy

Horror & Suspense

Mystery & Crime Fiction
Setting

Hurricane, Utah • 1990s

Topic
Religion & Spirituality

Sports
Publication Year

2015

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

13-18 years

Lexile Level

790L

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