CARMILLA

Haunted by a strange, ghostly experience from her youth and lonely in her isolated castle, Laura longs for a companion. Suddenly, her wishes are answered.
Through a curious series of events, a beautiful young stranger named Carmilla becomes a ward at Laura's family home. The girl is odd, but friendly, and Laura welcomes her with open arms. However, Carmilla is hiding a dark secret-one that could cost Laura everything.
All around them, paranoia and fear sweep the countryside as villagers fall victim to a mysterious illness. Plagued by fever, declining health, and horrifying visions, Laura soon realizes that the villagers' symptoms match her own. Somehow Carmilla is at fault, but the truth is more sinister than Laura ever could have imagined.

Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu (1814-1873) was an Irish author who made significant contributions to the gothic and supernatural literature of the Victorian era. He became renowned for his ability to evoke a sense of unease and suspense. His works, including the influential novella 'Carmilla', explored themes of horror, mystery, and the supernatural, leaving an indelible mark on the genre.