The Vampyre, the Werewolf and Other Gothic Tales of Horror by John Polidori

The Vampyre, the Werewolf and Other Gothic Tales of Horror

John Polidori

128 pages first pub 1819 (editions)

fiction classics horror dark fast-paced
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In this 19th-century medley of the macabre, seven blood-chilling tales feature a cast of demons, doppelgangers, werewolves, and other beastly creatures, sure to haunt your dreams. The lead story, The Vampyre, has influenced generations of fantasy ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 273 reviews

Moods

dark 100%
mysterious 66%
tense 42%
sad 23%
adventurous 14%
challenging 14%
emotional 14%
funny 4%
reflective 4%

Pace

slow 57%
fast 23%
medium 19%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 40% | Plot: 26% | Character: 20% | N/A: 13%

Strong character development?

No: 66% | It's complicated: 13% | N/A: 13% | Yes: 6%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 53% | No: 26% | Yes: 13% | N/A: 6%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 81% | Yes: 12% | N/A: 6%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 40% | Yes: 26% | No: 20% | N/A: 13%

Average rating

3.4

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