A review by lilliangrey
Carmilla by J. Sheridan Le Fanu

dark mysterious fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.75

The precussor to Dracula, and I would dare say, a more enjoyable book than Mr Stoker's rendition (you cannot out do the doer). I finished it in 2 nights and in the small space where I was not reading it, I was kept thinking about what might happen. It was a very engaging book and the use of language was pleasant and endurable, add that to the enticement of the plot and you have a very well written book. There is not much to say, as it is probably exactly what you think it is - lesbian dracula - but I will say that it is a very beautiful story of enchantment and desire, and how the two are dangerous dancing partners. I recommend it: it is an easy read and one that implores your emotional involvement in a way that a lot of 200+ paged books do not.