Overview

"Carmilla" is a chilling Gothic novella written by Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu, published in 1872. The story unfolds as a young woman named Laura, residing in a remote estate with her father, becomes acquainted with the mysterious and captivating Carmilla, who arrives under mysterious circumstances.

As Laura and Carmilla's relationship deepens, strange occurrences plague the estate, and Laura's health begins to deteriorate. Unbeknownst to Laura, Carmilla is not what she seems—she is a centuries-old vampire who preys on young women. As the truth about Carmilla's identity is slowly revealed, Laura finds herself ensnared in a web of deceit and danger.

With its eerie atmosphere, enigmatic characters, and themes of forbidden desire and mortality, "Carmilla" remains a haunting exploration of the darker aspects of human nature and a classic of Gothic literature.