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The Lost StradivariusNovel
J. Meade Falknerstandalone novel1895
Gothic, dark in tone, about magical artifacts, set in british isles.
The Wolf in the GardenNovel
Alfred H. Billstandalone novel1931
Gothic, dark in tone, set in our world and small town.
The Night GardenerNovel
Jonathan Auxierstandalone novel2014
Gothic and fantasy, set in british isles.
The House of the Seven GablesNovel
Nathaniel Hawthornestandalone novel1851
Gothic, about family secrets, set in our world and north america.
“In the book, Hawthorne explores themes of guilt, retribution, and atonement, and colors the tale with suggestions of the supernatural and witchcraft.”
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Comes the Blind FuryNovel
John Saulstandalone novel1980
Set in north america and contemporary.
“WorldCat: When Michelle comes to visit on Paradise Point, she sees the hand of a blind girl who died a century ago, reaching out to her from the swirling mists.”
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The Haunted HotelNovel
Wilkie Collinsstandalone novel1878
Gothic, tense in tone, about murder investigation.
“Lord Montbarry breaks off his engagement to Agnes Lockwood and marries the Countess Narona, with whom he lives in a Venetian palace.”
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