Uncle Silas

Uncle Silas, a gripping gothic novel by Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu, unfolds as a chilling tale of mystery, deceit, and familial intrigue. Set against the backdrop of an ominous country estate, the narrative follows the young heiress, Maud Ruthyn, who is placed under the guardianship of her enigmatic uncle, Silas. With intricate prose that evokes the atmospheric tension of the Victorian era, Le Fanu weaves a story filled with psychological complexity and a profound exploration of moral ambiguity, i ...