Carmilla by J. Sheridan Le Fanu

Carmilla by J Sheridan le Fanu is a Gothic novella about a young woman’s susceptibility to the charms of a female vampire. A captivating tale of suspense and burgeoning desires. It is a groundbreaking vampire novella that predates Bram Stoker’s Dracula and lays the foundation for the modern vampire myth. Set in a remote castle, the story is narrated by a young woman who falls under the spell of the enigmatic and alluring Carmilla. As mysterious illnesses and deaths spread, the truth about Carmilla’s identity unfolds. Le Fanu creates an eerie, sensual atmosphere while exploring themes of forbidden desire, femininity, and the uncanny. The story’s subtle portrayal of same-sex attraction adds a transgressive layer to its Gothic horror.