Silver Nitrate By Silvia Moreno-Garcia

Silvia Moreno-Garcia enchants readers once again with her captivating novel, blending Mexican horror, Nazi occultism, and '90s film industry intrigue. "The Unfinished Land" unfolds in Mexico City, a backdrop where Montserrat, a skilled sound editor, battles invisibility in a male-dominated film industry and unrequited love for her best friend, Tristán.

Their lives take an unexpected turn when Tristán discovers that their new neighbor is Abel Urueta, a cult horror director with a chilling tale of a cursed, unfinished film. Urueta claims that a Nazi occultist had infused magic into volatile silver nitrate stock, leading to the demise of his career. Now, he seeks Montserrat and Tristán's help to shoot the missing scene and break the curse.

As they delve into the project, Montserrat and Tristán become entangled in a web of supernatural occurrences. Montserrat feels the weight of a dark presence trailing her, while Tristán begins to witness the ghost of his ex-girlfriend. The lines between reality and fantasy blur, and the duo must confront the eerie forces that transcend the boundaries of filmmaking.

"The Unfinished Land" explores themes of magic, obsession, and the unseen forces that shape destinies. The novel, hailed as a best book of the year, masterfully weaves together elements of horror, romance, and mystery, offering readers a spellbinding journey through the cinematic and occult realms.

Silvia Moreno-Garcia's evocative storytelling once again demonstrates her ability to penetrate the veil between reality and the supernatural, delivering a tale that lingers in the imagination long after the last page is turned. 📚❤️