The Beetle: A Mystery - Richard Marsh

The Beetle: A Mystery

By Richard Marsh

  • Release Date: 2025-08-09
  • Genre: Horror

Description

A shadowy figure. A string of strange, supernatural occurrences. A city gripped by fear. The Beetle is a chilling Victorian thriller that rivals even Dracula in eerie suspense and shocking twists. When a powerful British politician is stalked by a mysterious creature from ancient Egypt, a tangled web of horror and hypnotic control unfolds. Told through the shifting perspectives of four narrators, the story weaves occult terror, political scandal, and psychological suspense into a race against time. First published in 1897 and wildly popular in its day, The Beetle blends gothic horror with mystery and a touch of the exotic. It’s a gripping exploration of fear, identity, and power that still creeps under your skin more than a century later. Perfect for fans of gothic fiction, supernatural mysteries, and vintage horror that still delivers a spine-tingling punch.