Little Stranger by Leigh Rivers: Web of Silence Duet Guide + Malachi Vize (Gas Mask) Explained

I read Little Stranger and finally get the hype. Here’s a spoiler-light guide to the Web of Silence duet, what the dark cover/gas mask symbolism means for Malachi Vize, the vibes/tropes, and why everyone’s obsessed—plus a reminder to check trigger warnings first.