The story revolves around a mysterious woman who appears to be a vampire, preying on young men in London. The protagonist, a young doctor, becomes obsessed with uncovering the truth behind her supernatural powers and the series of unexplained deaths. As he delves deeper into the mystery, he finds himself torn between his scientific rationality and the eerie fascination he develops for the creature.
By Fergus Hume · First published 1916 · Genre: Gothic Fiction, Mystery, Horror · 18 chapters