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Wyvern Mystery

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By: (1814-1873)

The Wyvern Mystery by Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu is a gripping Gothic novel that keeps readers on the edge of their seats from beginning to end. The story follows the mysterious and tragic life of Alice Maybell, a young woman living in a secluded mansion with her enigmatic guardian, the dark and brooding Sir Walter Wyvern.

As Alice unravels the secrets of her past and discovers the true nature of the man she has come to trust, the tension builds to a shocking climax that will leave readers stunned. Le Fanu's masterful storytelling and haunting imagery create a chilling atmosphere that lingers long after the final page is turned.

The novel is a classic example of Victorian Gothic literature, filled with themes of love, betrayal, and the supernatural. Fans of classic horror and suspense will be captivated by Le Fanu's skillful blend of psychological drama and eerie suspense. The Wyvern Mystery is a timeless tale of mystery and obsession that will leave readers spellbound until the very end.

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A classic with a pinch of romance, a pinch of gothic, and a dash of mystery, are you interested yet? When young Alice Maybell’ father dies she is taken in by Squire Fairfield, a widower with two handsome young sons, Charles and Harry. As Alice grows into a lovely young woman she attracts the attentions of more than one admirer, not all welcome. She marries the man she loves whilst fleeing the home she grew up in, but the blissful happiness that follows is short-lived. She finds herself pulled into the middle of the secrets of her husbands family’s past. No one is quite what they seem, and there are many twists along the way. What is this dark secret in her husband’s past? Who - or what - is the malignant presence that haunts Carwell Grange? Join us as we answer these troubling questions in ‘The Wyvern Mystery’ - Summary by fiddlesticks


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