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When I Arrived at the Castle

A haunting exploration of fear, desire, and dark secrets

EM Carroll author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Faber & Faber

Published:4th Apr '24

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This gothic horror tale explores the intertwining of fear and desire as the protagonist confronts dark secrets within a mysterious castle, When I Arrived at the Castle.

In When I Arrived at the Castle, readers are drawn into a chilling narrative that explores the depths of fear and desire. The protagonist, arriving at a foreboding castle, is compelled by an inexplicable force to confront the horrors that lie within its walls. As she navigates the eerie atmosphere, she grapples with feelings of both revulsion and a strange fascination, questioning whether she is truly prepared for the dark secrets that await her. The castle, steeped in mystery, becomes a character in its own right, embodying the seductive pull of the unknown.

Emily Carroll masterfully weaves a tale that is not only a gothic horror story but also a profound exploration of the human psyche. The protagonist's journey through the rain-soaked landscape mirrors her internal struggle as she confronts her fears and desires. With each step deeper into the castle, the tension escalates, and the reader is left wondering what lurks in the shadows. Carroll's writing is both haunting and evocative, making the reader feel the chill of the castle's embrace.

Ultimately, When I Arrived at the Castle is a story that pulsates with bloodlust and mystery, appealing to fans of other dark narratives. It invites readers to question the nature of fear, desire, and the lengths one will go to uncover the truth, all while being ensnared by the allure of the unknown.

'Drawn solely in black, white and deepest, dankest red, Castle is dipped inthe old magic of fables and the contradictory, shifting logic of dreams.',Seamas O'Reilly, The Irish Times

'Clever, dirty and incredibly scary, it's an announcement of vaulting ambition-and a welcome one.', Sam Thielman, Guardian, 'The best comics of thedecade' (2019)

ISBN: 9780571390212

Dimensions: 260mm x 207mm x 9mm

Weight: 330g

72 pages

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