Olalla

Olalla

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Action & Adventure Horror
Format Taschenbuch
Seiten 48
Sprache Englisch
Veröffentlicht Jun 17, 2004
Verlag Kessinger Publishing
ISBN-10 1419137883
ISBN-13 9781419137884
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Set against the backdrop of the Spanish countryside, the story unfolds through the eyes of a nameless narrator who finds himself drawn to a mysterious and enigmatic family living in isolation. The haunting atmosphere is palpable, as the family’s home holds an air of both beauty and melancholy, accentuating the novella’s Gothic elements.

At the heart of the narrative is Olalla, a captivating young woman whose allure is matched only by her family's dark secrets. The narrator becomes infatuated with her, but as he delves deeper into their lives, he uncovers a disturbing history that intertwines love, madness, and the supernatural. Stevenson's deft storytelling captures the tension between desire and decay, drawing the reader into a world where beauty harbors shadows.

As the plot unfolds, themes of isolation, hereditary curses, and the struggle between civilization and primal instincts emerge, creating a rich tapestry of human emotion and dread. The haunting landscape mirrors the internal struggles faced by the characters, adding depth to their interactions.

With a blend of romance and horror, the novella explores the thin line between the known and the unknown, leaving readers questioning the true nature of the characters and the legacy of their ancestral past. This timeless tale resonates with anyone intrigued by the darker aspects of human nature and the complexities of love cloaked in a shroud of mystery.

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