Carmilla is a Gothic novella by Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu. It tells the story of a young woman named Laura who lives with her father in a remote castle in Styria. Their peaceful life is disrupted when a mysterious and beautiful stranger named Carmilla comes to stay with them.
Carmilla and Laura quickly become close friends, but strange things start happening around the castle. People in the nearby village begin to die mysteriously, and Laura starts to have strange dreams and feelings.
As the story unfolds, Laura discovers that Carmilla is actually a vampire who has been preying on the villagers. She must find a way to stop Carmilla before it's too late.
Carmilla is a classic tale of horror and suspense that has inspired countless adaptations and retellings. It explores themes of love, desire, and the supernatural, making it a timeless and haunting read.