The Wyvern Mystery
By J. Sheridan Le Fanu
- Release Date: 2024-12-27
- Genre: Horror
Step into the haunting world of The Wyvern Mystery, a gothic masterpiece by J. S. Le Fanu that brims with suspense, mystery, and dark secrets. Known for his mastery of supernatural and psychological horror, Le Fanu delivers a tale that will captivate and unsettle readers in equal measure.
The story follows Alice Maybell, a young orphan taken in by the mysterious and brooding Squire Fairfield. When Alice marries Fairfield’s son, she finds herself drawn into a sinister web of family secrets, eerie occurrences, and an ever-deepening sense of danger. As the shadow of Wyvern Manor looms large, Alice must confront both external threats and her inner fears to uncover the truth.
With its chilling atmosphere, richly drawn characters, and gripping plot, The Wyvern Mystery explores themes of power, corruption, and the influence of the past on the present. Le Fanu’s evocative prose and expert pacing make this novel a quintessential example of Victorian gothic fiction.
Perfect for fans of Jane Eyre, Rebecca, and classic tales of the macabre, The Wyvern Mystery invites readers into a world where the line between the natural and the supernatural blurs, and danger lurks in every shadow.
