Eliza Parsons' The Castle of Wolfenbach

By Eliza Parsons

Book Overview

From the prolific English gothic horror novelist, The Castle of Wolfenbach is Eliza Parsons' masterpiece and an important early influence in the genre.

Follow the captivating journey of Matilda, a young and courageous heroine, as she runs from her abusive uncle and finds herself entangled in a web of mystery and peril. Finding refuge in an eerie castle haunted by a tragic past, Matilda's life takes a sinister turn. As she unravels the secrets concealed within the castle's walls, she uncovers chilling family secrets, forbidden romances, and encounters a malevolent presence that threatens her very existence.

This volume is part of the Mothers of the Macabre series, celebrating the gothic horror masterpieces of pioneering women writers who played a pivotal role in shaping and advancing the genre.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1528722744
• ISBN13: 9781528722742
• Release Date: September 2023
• Publisher: Fantasy and Horror Classics
• Length: 210 Pages
• Weight: 0.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 5.5" x 8.5"

Customer Reviews

Eliza Parsons

This certainly is a delightful "horrid novel," as it is termed in Austen's _Northanger Abbey_. Blood, guts, and gore pique interest in the first few pages. Pirates and scoundrels keep up the intrigue throughout. Because this edition follows the initial printing of the novel, the lack of paragraphing and awkward punctuation means rereading some of the sections for clarity; it is worth it. The plot is fun and sordid (the moralizing nationalism is entertaining too). A fun read. Thanks Valancourt Books.