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What did you say?The once silent world of Heather Lawrence is turned upside down when her husband, Andrew, admits her to a state of the art facility for surgery that enables Heather to hear and speak, an ability she lost in her teens.Strangeness abounds as she hears voices that aren't there and speaks words that are not her own, and she tries to navigate through her noisy new life.Desperate for answers, Andrew searches for the surgeon that gave Heather her new lease on life, but turns up with more questions than when he started. He soon finds himself in need of a priest as All Hallows' Eve approaches, and all traces of his wife disappear in front of his eyes.Don't miss out on this chilling tale from International Bestselling Author Sian B. Claven.
- GenresHorror
174 pages, Paperback
Published December 15, 2020
19 people want to read
About the author
Sian B. Claven
41 books320 followersBorn in South Africa, in the heart of Johannesburg, Sian Claven grew up with a vivid imagination. When she wasn't immersing herself in books, she was actively creating her own stories.
At 29 years old, left to her own devices after her sister immigrated, Sian, wrote her first horror book Ensnared and dared to publish it under the guidance of indie authors Toni Cox and Ashleigh Giannaccaro.
Now she has released more than ten books including a thriller and sci-fi fantasy.
In 2019, Sian took up the challenge of publishing 11 books in 11 months.
Sian came second place in the First Annual Indie Awards for Favourite African Author.
Sian's book, Sylvana, the final book in her Butcher series, made the Amazon top 100 best sellers list in several categories across three countries.
In her spare time, Sian is an avid Harry Potter fan, pop collector and Bingo addict. She resides in Johannesburg with her 2 best friends, their daughter, their 6 dogs and 2 cats.
At 29 years old, left to her own devices after her sister immigrated, Sian, wrote her first horror book Ensnared and dared to publish it under the guidance of indie authors Toni Cox and Ashleigh Giannaccaro.
Now she has released more than ten books including a thriller and sci-fi fantasy.
In 2019, Sian took up the challenge of publishing 11 books in 11 months.
Sian came second place in the First Annual Indie Awards for Favourite African Author.
Sian's book, Sylvana, the final book in her Butcher series, made the Amazon top 100 best sellers list in several categories across three countries.
In her spare time, Sian is an avid Harry Potter fan, pop collector and Bingo addict. She resides in Johannesburg with her 2 best friends, their daughter, their 6 dogs and 2 cats.
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October 12, 2021
This story line had great potential. Unfortunately I felt that some of the writing was juvenile in description. I also felt that the ending was brought on too fast without the sense of conclusion. I may attempt another story by this author as I did really like the plot.
August 25, 2021
A woman regains her speech and hearing, then she starts experiencing strange things and it all culminates on Halloween.
Perfect book to read in the Fall. It'll creep you out and remind you to be careful what you wish for.
Perfect book to read in the Fall. It'll creep you out and remind you to be careful what you wish for.
May 22, 2021
Such a great story
I loved this book. This was my first story by Sian Claven and now I want to dive into them ALL. I didnt know where this story was going to go until the end and thats what I love about good story tellers. Not being so predictable. I went back and forth on 4 stars and 5 stars only because of the ending seeming to feel alittle rushed. But that didnt diminish the fact that this story was really good and I couldnt stop reading it once I started. I can't wait to read more of this author's darkness.
I loved this book. This was my first story by Sian Claven and now I want to dive into them ALL. I didnt know where this story was going to go until the end and thats what I love about good story tellers. Not being so predictable. I went back and forth on 4 stars and 5 stars only because of the ending seeming to feel alittle rushed. But that didnt diminish the fact that this story was really good and I couldnt stop reading it once I started. I can't wait to read more of this author's darkness.
May 27, 2021
Shh… by Sian Claven was a fun story pertaining to an experimental surgical operation. Heather is deaf and mute, and has a chance to gain those abilities back. However, there is always risk involved in any operation. Heather and Andrew have no idea what repercussions await them, their family, and lives.
The operation is a major success, but what at cost? When Heather begins hearing, seeing, and saying odd things she becomes worried. No one else seems to be seeing these hallucinations, or hearing them. Will Heather figure out her issue? Is she going crazy? Or is something more sinister to blame?
Shh… was a great story, but I did have a few complaints. The writing was improved drastically from #RIPJohn, but #RIPJohn felt more like a YA horror novella so it fits. I did feel like the characters could have used a little more fleshing out. I couldn’t picture many physical characteristics in my mind, or the environment either. I also felt some was predictable, but when things began to become exciting I felt the book ended a bit more abruptly than I would have liked.
All in all, I give Shh… by Sian Claven three and a half cochlear implants out of five vocal chords. Rounding up to four. My complaints as stated above is that I felt the characters needed a bit more depth, and description as far as characteristics. I also would have liked to see the finale drawn out a bit longer. It felt really rushed, and left me scratching my head. Not a bad book by any means, but I still think my favorite so far is Buried. I want to thank Sian for being the spotlighted author this month in Book Nerds, and I look forward to the live Q&A! Until next time, my friends.
The operation is a major success, but what at cost? When Heather begins hearing, seeing, and saying odd things she becomes worried. No one else seems to be seeing these hallucinations, or hearing them. Will Heather figure out her issue? Is she going crazy? Or is something more sinister to blame?
Shh… was a great story, but I did have a few complaints. The writing was improved drastically from #RIPJohn, but #RIPJohn felt more like a YA horror novella so it fits. I did feel like the characters could have used a little more fleshing out. I couldn’t picture many physical characteristics in my mind, or the environment either. I also felt some was predictable, but when things began to become exciting I felt the book ended a bit more abruptly than I would have liked.
All in all, I give Shh… by Sian Claven three and a half cochlear implants out of five vocal chords. Rounding up to four. My complaints as stated above is that I felt the characters needed a bit more depth, and description as far as characteristics. I also would have liked to see the finale drawn out a bit longer. It felt really rushed, and left me scratching my head. Not a bad book by any means, but I still think my favorite so far is Buried. I want to thank Sian for being the spotlighted author this month in Book Nerds, and I look forward to the live Q&A! Until next time, my friends.
June 25, 2022
Another fantastic read by Sian Claven. I believe the moral of this story is be careful of what you wish for. A horrific accident caused the loss of both hearing and sight but miraculously a surgery could restore all of that. But at what cost?
May 11, 2021
An experimental surgery gives Heather the ability to hear and speak again after many years. The consequences of the surgery are, at first, positive and amazing! Then, slow and seemingly inconsequential results begin to manifest. As time goes on, Heather begins to suffer sudden and debilitating sleep deprivation. Subtle things begin happening that make her question her sanity and the safety of her family.
Why is this happening to her and can she stop it before it changes her life in ways she never thought possible???
This book had a twisty ending that I loved! I also really enjoyed the subtle horror that keeps you on your toes. It spooks you, but also makes you wonder if the narrator is losing her mind, has a medical issue or whether something sinister is really going on!
Enjoy the ride!
Why is this happening to her and can she stop it before it changes her life in ways she never thought possible???
This book had a twisty ending that I loved! I also really enjoyed the subtle horror that keeps you on your toes. It spooks you, but also makes you wonder if the narrator is losing her mind, has a medical issue or whether something sinister is really going on!
Enjoy the ride!
May 6, 2021
What a plot Twist
So it was slow at first but I enjoyed the perspective that the main Character Heather was Mute and Deaf, not commonly brought up in books. The author really made it feel like I was seeing the sign language.
The author eased into the problem but it was a great timeline, then sudden plot twist at the end. Great book and I can’t wait to read the next.
So it was slow at first but I enjoyed the perspective that the main Character Heather was Mute and Deaf, not commonly brought up in books. The author really made it feel like I was seeing the sign language.
The author eased into the problem but it was a great timeline, then sudden plot twist at the end. Great book and I can’t wait to read the next.
May 3, 2021
An absolute whirlwind of a psychological thriller with a nice finishing twist.
Heather is deaf and mute for 15 years. Following a miraculous procedure, she can now hear and speak again! But what happens when some of the words she says and hears aren't hers? Traumatic side effects from surgery or something far more sinister?
Take a deep dive into "Shh..." and experience the ride for yourself!
Heather is deaf and mute for 15 years. Following a miraculous procedure, she can now hear and speak again! But what happens when some of the words she says and hears aren't hers? Traumatic side effects from surgery or something far more sinister?
Take a deep dive into "Shh..." and experience the ride for yourself!
August 26, 2022
Imagine you can't hear or speak. Then your spouse signs you up for some experimental surgery.... Then all of a sudden, you can hear and speak. But then imagine this... you start hearing voices that aren't real. At times you can't control your tongue. So the surgery came with a price much higher than you could ever imagine.
Overall, this story was great. This horror subgenre isn't my most fave, but the story sounded good and this is an author on the FB BOH list (my reading challenge of 2022 to read more Boh authors). I will say this. Kudos to the author for correctly conveying when someone was using sign language or speaking aloud. I could see where that could get complicated. For a novella, the story was well paced
Overall, this story was great. This horror subgenre isn't my most fave, but the story sounded good and this is an author on the FB BOH list (my reading challenge of 2022 to read more Boh authors). I will say this. Kudos to the author for correctly conveying when someone was using sign language or speaking aloud. I could see where that could get complicated. For a novella, the story was well paced
March 18, 2024
All may not be as it seems!
Shh… is the fifth book/story I’ve read by Sian B. Claven and while this is a quick read, it was very entertaining. For the first half of the story, I was wondering if this story was a different genre than her normal genre, but suddenly the horror element raised its head ever so slowly until it was on full display. Once the horror element arrived, the pace of the story took off and never let up unit that last page. I can’t say this is my favorite of the five stories I’ve read by Ms. Claven, but it’s at least as good as the top three. If you need a story to fill some spare time – like waiting on an appointment, give Shh… a go, you may find yourself hoping the appointment drags on a bit.
Shh… is the fifth book/story I’ve read by Sian B. Claven and while this is a quick read, it was very entertaining. For the first half of the story, I was wondering if this story was a different genre than her normal genre, but suddenly the horror element raised its head ever so slowly until it was on full display. Once the horror element arrived, the pace of the story took off and never let up unit that last page. I can’t say this is my favorite of the five stories I’ve read by Ms. Claven, but it’s at least as good as the top three. If you need a story to fill some spare time – like waiting on an appointment, give Shh… a go, you may find yourself hoping the appointment drags on a bit.
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