Genre - Gothic Fiction

At the heart of Bram Stoker’s Gothic masterpiece, “Dracula,” lies a chilling tale of terror and intrigue that has captivated readers for generations. First published in 1897, this iconic novel transports readers to the mysterious realms of Transylvania, where the enigmatic Count Dracula lurks in the shadows, preying upon unsuspecting victims.
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In “The Last Man” by Mary Shelley, readers are immersed in a future world devastated by a global pandemic, where society has collapsed, and humanity faces extinction. The narrative unfolds through the eyes of Lionel Verney, one of the few survivors struggling to navigate the desolate landscape and come to terms with the loss of civilization. As Verney grapples with the grim reality of his situation, he is forced to confront profound questions about existence, mortality, and the meani… Read More

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Victor Hugo’s “The Hunchback of Notre Dame,” first published in French in 1831 as Notre-Dame de Paris, captivating readers with its vivid portrayal of medieval Paris and its unforgettable cast of characters. At the heart of the narrative is Quasimodo, the hunchbacked bell-ringer of Notre Dame Cathedral, whose life becomes intertwined with that of the beautiful and enigmatic Esmeralda, a gypsy girl.
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The Rest of the Story so far… Collect books 3-5 of the series in one volume.
Donovan DeChance is a collector of ancient manuscripts and books, a practicing mage, and a private investigator. Over the span of a long life, he has gathered and archived the largest occult library in the world.
This three book set covers his origin story, an adventure in The Great Dismal Swamp, and ends in a mountain castle in Germany.
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Bram Stoker’s “Dracula” presents a chilling narrative that grips readers with its evocative prose and haunting atmosphere.
First published in 1897, it is a seminal work of Gothic horror literature that has left an indelible mark on the genre. The novel unfolds as an epistolary narrative, composed of journal entries, letters, and newspaper clippings, offering readers a chilling firsthand account of the terrifying events that unfold.
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“Jane Eyre” is a novel written by Charlotte Brontë and published in 1847 under the pseudonym “Currer Bell.” It is considered one of the greatest works of English literature and a classic of the Victorian era.
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“The Phantom of the Opera” is a Gothic novel written by French author Gaston Leroux. It was first serialized in the French newspaper “Le Gaulois” from September 1909 to January 1910. It was later published as a novel in 1910. The novel combines elements of mystery, romance, and horror.
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“The Turn of the Screw” is a novella written by Henry James, an American-British author, and was first published in 1898. It is a work of gothic fiction and is known for its ambiguity and psychological complexity.
The story is narrated by an unnamed governess who is hired to take care of two orphaned children, Miles and Flora, at Bly, a remote country estate in England. As the governess settles into her role, she becomes increasingly troubled by strange and eerie occurrences. She starts to s… Read More

“The Picture of Dorian Gray” is a novel written by the Irish author Oscar Wilde. It was first published in 1890 and is considered one of Wilde’s most famous and enduring works. The novel is known for its exploration of themes related to aestheticism, moral corruption, the nature of beauty, and the consequences of indulgence.
The story revolves around the character of Dorian Gray, a young and handsome man living in Victorian-era London. Dorian becomes the subject of a portrait painted by hi… Read More

Great Expectations by Charles Dickens, first published in 1861 and set in 19th-century London, is a coming-of-age story that follows the life of an orphan named Pip as he navigates the complexities of the world and his own personal growth. Pip grapples with social class, love, guilt, and the consequences of his actions in this timeless Dickens classic.
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The Legend of Sleepy Hollow is the 10th and final release in Book.io Classics: Monster Editions. A gothic story by Washington Irving, the book was first published in 1819. The legend follows Ichabod Crane and his encounters with the Headless Horseman, the ghost of a soldier whose head was removed by a cannonball at war.
This book is not for sale. It will be given out, at random, to holder of the first 9 books in the Book.io Classics: Monster Editions.
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This is the sixth release in the Book.io Classics: Monster Editions. First published in 1886 by Robert Louis Stevenson, the book is a famous piece of English Literature and is considered to be a defining book of the gothic horror genre. The novella has had a lasting impact on culture, making the phrase “Jekyll and Hyde” used to describe people who are outwardly good, but hide dark secrets of their true nature.
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This is your chance to own the second release in the Book Token Classics: Monster Editions. Dracula by Bram Stoker was first published May 26, 1897. Dracula is one of the most famous pieces of English literature. Many of the book’s characters have entered popular culture as archetypal versions of their characters. Some early reviewers who wrote negatively of the novel regarded it as excessively frightening.
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This is your chance to own the first release in the Book Token Classics: Monster Editions. Frankenstein by Mary Shelley is considered by many scholars to be the first official science-fiction novel ever written. Frankenstein has had considerable influence on literature and on popular culture, spawning a complete genre of horror stories, films, and plays.
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