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A review by pineconek
Carmilla by J. Sheridan Le Fanu
dark
funny
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
I'm spoiling the book in my review my dudes. That's cause it's a short book (a novella, really) and you should read it if you haven't.
This is one of the first vampire stories, and served as a foundation of the genre. It's an early example of the ties between vampirism and obsession as well as eroticism, same sex attraction, taboo sensuality, etc.
That said, some portions are unintentionally hilarious. I couldn't help but chuckle atthe unsubtle permutations of Carmilla's name to hide her immortality (Mircalla! Millarca!) or the extremely casual mention of the fact that her coffin is filled with seven inches of literal blood.
Recommended if you're interested in seeing the roots of classic vampire tropes and are in search of a small dose of Gothic Victorian vibes. 3.75 stars rounded up.
This is one of the first vampire stories, and served as a foundation of the genre. It's an early example of the ties between vampirism and obsession as well as eroticism, same sex attraction, taboo sensuality, etc.
That said, some portions are unintentionally hilarious. I couldn't help but chuckle at
Recommended if you're interested in seeing the roots of classic vampire tropes and are in search of a small dose of Gothic Victorian vibes. 3.75 stars rounded up.