First published in 1796, this Gothic novel is a classic example of the genre popularized by Ann Radcliffe and other writers of the late 18th century. The story revolves around the mysterious happenings in the castle of the Montalva family, particularly the chapel where a ghostly nun appears to the protagonist, the young and beautiful Adeline. As Adeline seeks to unravel the secrets of the castle and its inhabitants, she encounters a range of characters,...