Carmilla

Carmilla is a captivating novel by Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu, set in a remote villa in a Central European forest. The story follows Laura, who yearns for companionship and draws the mysterious Carmilla into her life after a carriage accident. As Carmilla's behavior becomes increasingly enigmatic and unpredictable, Laura suffers from strange symptoms that threaten her health. The discovery of a monstrous secret leads to a gripping tale of seduction and the supernatural. Originally published between 1871 and 1872, "Carmilla" is regarded as an influential precursor to Bram Stoker's "Dracula" and has inspired numerous adaptations in film and theater, including a popular web series.