Sheridan Le Fanu 
Carmilla 

/’Carmilla/’ is a captivating vampire novel written by J. Sheridan Le Fanu, first published in 1872. Set in the nineteenth century, the story follows the enigmatic and seductive Carmilla, who preys upon young women in a remote Austrian village. As the narrative unfolds, the protagonist Laura becomes entangled in a web of supernatural intrigue and forbidden desire. Le Fanu/’s atmospheric prose and the exploration of themes such as sexuality, obsession, and the blurred lines between life and death make /’Carmilla/’ a seminal work in vampire literature. It continues to captivate readers with its haunting depiction of the undead and the enduring allure of the vampire mythos.