Gothic fiction has captivated readers for centuries. But in order to stop it, she must first confront her own demons, which have plagued her all these years. Now, history threatens to repeat itself right in front of her eyes.
GOTHIC LITERATURE LIST SERIES
And as a strange series of events begins to unfurl, her fears are confirmed. Ruby knows all about dark family secrets, and it seems to her that the England family has plenty of their own. England is distant and withdrawn, and she barely notices her children and her warm, friendly husband, Charles.
But as she settles into life in their West Yorkshire estate, she notices something odd about the woman of the house. It’s 1904, and young Ruby May has accepted the position of governess for wealthy mill owners Charles and Lillian England. Inside these crumbling walls, she finds a secret door, and behind the door lies a wooden figure which looks exactly like she does.Īnd when the figure’s eyes begin to follow her around the room, she begins to wonder if she’s safe here after all. Instead of riches and grandeur, she finds a crumbling, desolate old mansion, staffed by resentful servants, surrounded by locals who make it clear she’s not welcome.Īs Elsie prepares for the birth of her child, she feels more isolated than ever before, but a shocking discovery makes her realize she’s not alone, after all. She travels to the safety of her late husband’s remote country estate to see out the rest of her pregnancy, but when she arrives, she’s left in a state of shock. But just weeks after they wed, he died suddenly, leaving her all alone, carrying his child. When she married eligible young heir Rupert Bainbridge, Elsie was sure she was destined for a life of comfort and luxury. So, get ready as we explore the terrifying world of gothic fiction together, one frightful tale at a time. And, starting with the earliest examples of the genre and continuing through the decades to the contemporary titles that are thrilling readers today. In this article, I’ll take you through some of the highlights of gothic fiction through the ages.
This spine-tingling genre first gained popularity in the late 18th century, and it’s been a mainstay in the literary world ever since. I live in the North of England, and the chilly, bleak, and uneasy atmosphere these stories create perfectly matches the surroundings here at this time of year.īut wherever you are in the world, no matter the season, there’s always something intoxicating about the dark, suspense-filled world of gothic fiction. Personally, I love reading gothic novels during the wintertime.
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