lunababymoonchild Posted July 18, 2022 Share Posted July 18, 2022 (edited) Just to make it clear this is a (short) novel written by a man best known for his poetry. He wrote this and one other novel when he was 17. They are classed as early examples of Gothic horror. And Gothic it most certainly is. Lots of castle turrets, deep forests, heaving bosoms and fainting (and that was just the men!). Pietro Zastrozzi is a villain bent on revenge against Verezzi and he and his two accomplices kidnap Verezzi and chain him up in a cave. Verezzi escapes but comes into contact with the very beautiful Matilda, Contessa di Laurentini (i.e. filthy rich) who wants him for herself. He, however is in love with Julia, La Marchesa de Strobazzo (also filthy rich) and plans to marry her. Unknown to Verezzi (not filthy rich), Matilda conspired in his abduction and then proceeds to seduce him. She is in constant contact with Zostrazzi who advises her on the best course of action. It doesn't end well for any of them. I absolutely adored this and very much recommend it. Edited July 31, 2022 by lunababymoonchild Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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