Sealed in Silence: A Deadly Silence Short Story

Sealed in Silence is a quick little read. Don't let that fool you because it is packed with tense and thrilling scenes and also punches you in the gut with emotions.

If you like buried secrets and the paranormal this is the book for you. Short story face paced read. I may have shed a tear at the end but was such a good read!

This was an excellent short story. It left me wanting more of their adventures. Mandy, Jed and Brooke are investigators for the paranormal and they are investigating an old hospital.

They connect with a “spirit” of a little girl who is trying to help them find out the corrupt things she had happened there. They end up finding a lot of corrupt things that happened there and had reported it to the police so finally some families can get justice.

I’ve read several stories in this book and they’re all amazing

Sealed in Silence by Carly Black delivers an emotional punch. Black masterfully builds tension, unease, heartbreak, and hope - drawing readers into an atmosphere so vivid it feels almost tangible.

What truly stood out to me was how deeply I felt everything. The chills, the curiosity, the sorrow, the outrage - every emotion was heightened without ever feeling rushed. The pacing is razor-sharp, the mood deliciously eerie, and the underlying message hauntingly powerful!

Thank you inside story and the author for a copy of this book. This short story really got to me. I might have even teared up a little bit there towards the end. It was so good.

It was eerie. If you love ghosts, you’ll love this. But most of all, you will love the story behind it. It was the most emotional horror story I’ve ever read and I would say that this was my new favorite. I cried, and I cried a lot. It will leave you speechless after you have read this.

“Sealed in Silence” by Carly Black is a chilling addition to the Deadly Silence Thriller Short Story collection. When Brooke, Mandy, and Jed explore the eerie Hillcrest Sanatorium, they uncover dark and unsettling discoveries that quickly turn their adventure into something far more sinister. Creepy, atmospheric, and fast-paced, this quick read had me completely engrossed.

Brooke, Jed, and Mandy run your average, every day paranormal investigation firm. One day, they are admitted to an abandoned hospital and begin to set up their equipment to try to speak to the spirits of the departed. However, they quickly find themselves in the middle of a mystery that has been waiting decades to be uncovered. In a race against time, they must work to uncover the real history or join the entities in the hospital forever.

For a short story, this one sure packs a punch! As the story unfolds, I found myself right in the middle of the chaos with Brooke and her friends. I wanted to solve it as badly as they did!

If you’re looking for a chilling tale that creeps up your spine and whispers “just one more page,” look no further!

This short story was addictive. The moment Brook , Mandy and Jed stepped onto Hillcrest Sanatorium’s third-floor corridor they made their first contact with Opal . Opal was one of the many trapped souls that were hidden away Hillcrest. The ending was emotional and satisfying.

Brooke, Jed and Mandy are paranormal investigators. They received permission to investigate an old tuberculosis sanitorium, in hopes of doing paranormal tours. But, what they find is more than they ever expected. I loved it! Quick read, you won't be able to put it down!

ARC review
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ARC Review – Release date: April 1st, 2026
Sealed in Silence by Carly Black – A Deadly Silence Story

First: thank you for this ARC. And thank you to Inside Story for once again handing me a book that quietly crawled under my skin and decided to redecorate.

This isn’t just a short story. It’s a claustrophobic whisper that slowly tightens its grip around your ribs. Paranormal thriller? Sure. But it’s also about the kind of human cruelty that doesn’t scream — it hides. It festers. It protects itself at all costs.

There are secrets in this story layered so thick you can practically taste the dust. And the scariest part? The monsters aren’t always the ones without a pulse.

What hit me the hardest is this idea: spirits don’t leave when they have something left to say. They wait. They linger. They are patient in ways the living could never be. And when someone brave (or foolish) enough decides to listen? Truth doesn’t knock politely. It kicks the door in.

There’s something devastating about a lost soul being just that — lost. Trapped. Locked away in more ways than one. And when that truth starts unfolding through a small group of people willing to step into the dark? It’s uncomfortable. It’s heartbreaking. It’s necessary.

How does it unravel? Why did it happen? Where does it lead?
I’m not telling you. Absolutely not.

Just know this: don’t read it alone. Or do. But maybe keep a blanket nearby. And your emotional support animal — rabbit, cat, dog, snake, emotionally detached goldfish, whatever gets you through. You’re going to feel her. And once you do, she doesn’t really leave.

Five claustrophobic, truth-dragged-into-the-light stars.
Every word earned it.

I loved this short story. I do not usually like paranormal stories but I feel this one was done so well. I couldnt stop reading. Great story!

A fantastic short story — I absolutely loved it. Twisted in all the right ways with a touch of paranormal that made it even more intriguing. The writing was sharp and engaging, pulling me in from the start. An easy five stars.

Carly Black is an excellent storyteller. Perfect short story reminding you that all secrets will eventually come to light! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

When a group of paranormal investigators go on to study an old, long abandoned TB hospital they discover more truths than they were searching for.
The path they follow, guided by a friendly spirit, is full of suspense and thrills as they unravel an ancient buried mystery while being stalked by an ominous presence.
This was a quick, refreshing read as it was both fun and entertaining, a tasty snack in between literary meals!

This was a great short story about a paranormal investigation. This book was very suspenseful! I thoroughly enjoyed it. Carly is quickly becoming a new favorite for me.

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This was a fun read! I enjoyed the little ghost in this story so much. This was a touching story of a voice that wouldn't be silenced - even after death.