Wyvern Mystery

Wyvern Mystery

by Sheridan Le Fanu

Set in the eerie and atmospheric Carwell Grange, 'The Wyvern Mystery' is a captivating tale that weaves together elements of gothic mystery, romance, and family secrets. When Alice Maybell becomes the ward of the wealthy Squire Fairfield, she finds herself at the heart of a complex and unsettling world. As she falls in love and marries the charming Charles Fairfield, Alice's newfound happiness is shattered by the revelation of a sinister secret in her husband's past. The once-familiar halls of Carwell Grange become a place of shadows and suspicion, haunted by a malevolent presence that threatens to destroy her newfound life. With its intricate plot, evocative setting, and unforgettable characters, 'The Wyvern Mystery' is a classic work of gothic literature that will keep readers enthralled until the very last page.

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Le Fanu worked in many genres but remains best known for his horror fiction. He was a meticulous craftsman and frequently reworked plots and ideas from his earlier writing in subsequent pieces. Many o...

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