The books are in the Reading Room on the 2nd floor of Lakeview Hotel in Silent Hill 2 Remake. You collect four books scattered around the room , then place them on the bookshelf to match the painting, which opens the path to Room 205.

Book locations

The four books are found around the Reading Room, including:

  • On the coffee table immediately right as you enter.
  • On a table by the bookshelf.
  • On the bookshelf itself.
  • On the desk to the right of the save point.

Book names

The books are:

  • Stalwart to the End
  • Revelations: A New Understanding
  • Pride Before the Fall
  • The One Who Soared

Placement

Place them according to the symbols:

  • Winged Man / Angel in the top-left
  • Eagle in the top-right
  • Bull in the bottom-left
  • Lion in the bottom-right

Result

When the books are in the correct slots, the bookshelf moves and reveals the way forward. That opens access to Room 205.