Mistrust by Matthew Gregory Lewis

Name: Mistrust
Author: Matthew Gregory Lewis

Mistrust is a novel by Matthew Gregory Lewis, first published in 1795. It tells the story of a young man, Charles Grandison, who is sent to a boarding school in England. He quickly finds himself in a world of intrigue and danger, as he discovers that the school is a hotbed of corruption and deceit. He must use his wits and courage to survive and uncover the truth behind the school's secrets. Along the way, he meets a variety of characters, including a mysterious woman who may be his salvation or his downfall. In the end, Charles must decide whether to trust his own judgment or the advice of others.

By Matthew Gregory Lewis · First published 1818 · Genre: Gothic Fiction, Romance, Mystery · 12 chapters · 38,022 words

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[A Feudal Romance]

"The bird is dead. That we have made so much on! I had rather Have skipped from sixteen years of age to sixty. To have turned my leaping time into a crutch. Than have seen this!" CYMBELINE.

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Work type: Novel
Author: Matthew Gregory Lewis
Date: 1818 CE
Language: English
Genres: Gothic Fiction, Romance, Mystery
Length: 38,022 words
Structure: 12 chapters, 1,238 paragraphs
Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)

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Gothic Fiction — Matthew Gregory Lewis is considered to be one of the founders of the Gothic fiction genre, and 'Mistrust' is a classic example of his work in this genre, with its dark and mysterious themes, supernatural elements, and suspenseful plot.
Romance — Though 'Mistrust' is primarily a Gothic fiction novel, it also contains elements of romance, as the protagonist is torn between two potential love interests and must choose between them.
Mystery — The novel contains many mysterious elements, such as the identity of the villain and the true nature of the supernatural forces at work, which the protagonist must unravel in order to save himself and his loved ones.