It is the 18th century. We are in Switzerland at the Chateau Frankenstein with sixteen year old Victor, his twin brother, Konrad and their cousin, Elizabeth. Life is full of laughter and liberal ideas. Then Konrad falls ill. What will Victor do to save his beloved brother - especially when Elizabeth stands between them? What with alchemy, sibling jealousy and love, this is a truly gothic novel - atmospheric, exciting and extremely well crafted.
(Ferelith Hordon - bwl 66 Autumn 2012 ) |
