Carol
- 320 pages
- 12 hours of reading
'Some books change lives. This is one of them' Val McDermidA haunting story of obsessive love which scandalized the world when first published
Terry Castle Book order (chronological)
Terry Castle is celebrated for her incisive and highly expressive literary criticism. Her writings delve into the intricate intersections of female sexuality and its presence within modern culture. Through her critical works, Castle offers profound insights into literary and cultural phenomena, earning acclaim for her illuminating and intellectually stimulating approach.
The mysteries of Udolpho
- 676 pages
- 24 hours of reading
Wildly popular upon its release, The Mysteries of Udolpho is a Gothic novel of undeniable charm and power. The virtuous and loving Emily, the young protagonist, finds herself in the care of her aunt following the death of her father. Her aunt promptly marries the villain Montoni, a cruel and calculating man whose scheming leads him to lock both women in the dark and winding castle of Udolpho. Will they survive to tell of its terrors?