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Carmilla

J. Sheridan Le Fanu

Start date: October 1, 2020

Finish date: October 31, 2020

Discussion: Lesser Know/Wilderness Classics

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Dec 07, 2022 Ana rated it really liked it · review of another edition

Shelves: horror, classics

Uma história curta, escrita como alguém a recordar-se de algo do passado. Existem pontos que não são explicados - quem é a mãe de Carmilla que conhecemos por exemplo?
O facto de sabermos o que Carmilla é faz as descrições da personagem e do que ela diz... interessante? Muita paixão por aqui.
No final, é uma boa história para ler numa tarde.

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Aug 06, 2023 Helena rated it really liked it

Shelves: on-hold

Credited as the key influence for Bram Stoker’s Dracula, Carmilla has long been on my list of reads, as Dracula is one of my favourite books.

I can see why the parallels have been drawn. Carmilla has a similar tone, similar themes and even some similar plot points. The reader sinks into the story, slowly at first, and then the pace quickens as the plot progresses.

I am torn between a 4 and 5 star rating. In terms of its contribution and originality, I would give it a 5 star but on its merits alone ...more

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