Review:

'carmilla' By Sheridan Le Fanu

overall review score: 4.5
score is between 0 and 5
Carmilla is a Gothic novella written by Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu and first published in 1872. It tells the story of a young woman who becomes the target of a female vampire named Carmilla.

Key Features

  • Gothic horror
  • Vampire mythology
  • Themes of sexuality and identity
  • Narrative structure

Pros

  • Richly atmospheric writing
  • Complex characters
  • Exploration of social taboos and psychological themes

Cons

  • Some may find the pacing slow

External Links

Related Items

Last updated: Thu, Apr 2, 2026, 04:47:25 AM UTC