Nightmare Abbey by Thomas Love Peacock

Nightmare Abbey

Thomas Love Peacock

86 pages • missing pub info (editions)

fiction classics horror dark funny medium-paced
Powered by AI (Beta)

This book is perfect for readers who enjoy witty satire cloaked in gothic trappings, blending philosophical musings and romantic disillusionment with a darkly humorous edge.

Description

A morose widower, Mr Glowry lives with his only son Scythrop in his semi-dilapidated family mansion Nightmare Abbey, which is situated on a strip of dry land between the sea and the fens in Lincolnshire. Mr Glowry is a melancholy gentleman who lik...

Read more

Community Reviews

3.18
based on 177 reviews

Moods

funny: 80%

lighthearted: 60%

dark: 30%

mysterious: 20%

challenging: 10%

inspiring: 10%

reflective: 10%

Pace

36% of readers chose fast
54% of readers chose medium
9% of readers chose slow
fast
medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

75% of readers chose Character
25% of readers chose N/A
Character
N/A

Strong character development?

12% of readers chose Complicated
75% of readers chose No
12% of readers chose N/A
Complicated
No
N/A

Loveable characters?

28% of readers chose Yes
28% of readers chose Complicated
28% of readers chose No
14% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Diverse cast of characters?

83% of readers chose No
16% of readers chose N/A
No
N/A

Flaws of characters a main focus?

80% of readers chose Yes
20% of readers chose Complicated
Yes
Complicated

Content Warnings

Submitted by users as part of their reviews

Expand filter menu View summary

See all...
Accept and close

By using The StoryGraph, you agree to our use of cookies.
We use a small number of cookies to provide you with a great experience.

Find out more