The novel tells the story of a young man who discovers a hidden society of vampires in the Balkans. The story explores themes of love, mystery, and the supernatural, and features elements of Gothic fiction that were popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Although not as widely read as "Dracula", "The Lady of the Shroud" is considered an essential part of Stoker's body of work and continues to interest fans of Gothic and horror fiction.
The novel speaks about courage, mystery and freedom. And I recognize Blue Mounteniers as an alias for land in the Balkans where all this is happening. They have Vladika, mountains, wild see, brave and strong people in a dire need of weapons to fight their aggressors - and Rupert is more than happy to help. With his physic, bravery and sense of mystery, he is an equal part of society.
And then, one night, the lady in the shroud appears and Rupert can't think of anything else anymore.
Download the free Kindle app and start reading Kindle books instantly on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required.
Read instantly on your browser with Kindle for Web.
Using your mobile phone camera - scan the code below and download the Kindle app.
Audible sample Sample
The Lady of the Shroud Hardcover – September 10, 2010
by
Bram Stoker
(Author)
This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.
- Print length374 pages
- LanguageEnglish
- PublisherKessinger Publishing, LLC
- Publication dateSeptember 10, 2010
- Dimensions5.98 x 1 x 9.02 inches
- ISBN-101163337544
- ISBN-13978-1163337547
"All the Little Raindrops: A Novel" by Mia Sheridan for $10.39
The chilling story of the abduction of two teenagers, their escape, and the dark secrets that, years later, bring them back to the scene of the crime. | Learn more
Product details
- Publisher : Kessinger Publishing, LLC (September 10, 2010)
- Language : English
- Hardcover : 374 pages
- ISBN-10 : 1163337544
- ISBN-13 : 978-1163337547
- Item Weight : 1.58 pounds
- Dimensions : 5.98 x 1 x 9.02 inches
- Customer Reviews:
Customer reviews
3.7 out of 5 stars
3.7 out of 5
77 global ratings
How customer reviews and ratings work
Customer Reviews, including Product Star Ratings help customers to learn more about the product and decide whether it is the right product for them.
To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. It also analyzed reviews to verify trustworthiness.
Learn more how customers reviews work on Amazon-
Top reviews
Top reviews from the United States
There was a problem filtering reviews right now. Please try again later.
Reviewed in the United States on February 3, 2023
Reviewed in the United States on March 14, 2014
Fun for Brahm Stoker fans! Spooky at first. Rather wordy but it was free! I love the classics. And did I mention free!
Reviewed in the United States on January 11, 2017
Not your average story.
Reviewed in the United States on May 30, 2020
An interesting read.
Reviewed in the United States on July 9, 2011
I enjoyed the story, the plot was fantastic as were the characters once I got to know them. There was simply too much waffle - parts, especially the beginning of the story, were told in copious amounts of words, where a few pages would have been suffice. At times it was a real struggle.
The plot though, was great. The main character, Rupert (British) inherits a vast fortune but must live in a fictitious small country on continental Europe. The story is of how he meets a girl, the locals, gets into the military/political side of the country, and builds relationships. The whole story is told through letters, journal entries and the occasional newspaper article which is interesting as you see things from different people's points of view.
All in all, whilst the storyline is interesting, too many chapters spend too many pages describing tedious, and often irrelevant parts of the story. I wouldn't bother.
The plot though, was great. The main character, Rupert (British) inherits a vast fortune but must live in a fictitious small country on continental Europe. The story is of how he meets a girl, the locals, gets into the military/political side of the country, and builds relationships. The whole story is told through letters, journal entries and the occasional newspaper article which is interesting as you see things from different people's points of view.
All in all, whilst the storyline is interesting, too many chapters spend too many pages describing tedious, and often irrelevant parts of the story. I wouldn't bother.
Reviewed in the United States on January 29, 2015
The story should more aptly be called The Patriotic and Admirable Mountain People. Flat characters, and a story that is over 75% through the book, transforming into a battle history of a warrior society, which I was definitely not prepared for.
Reviewed in the United States on December 10, 2012
Picked it up because I wanted to try another Bram Stoker novel. Though it started promisingly but ended really bad. So much so that I never read the end, just the summary on the net. Wish Bram Stoker had stuck to what he does best and not "lost the plot".
Reviewed in the United States on November 25, 2014
There's a reason people only read Dracula.
The plot is paper thin (though not as bad as
the Lair of the White Worm), the writing is clunky
even by Victorian standards and the whole thing
just drags on interminably.
The plot is paper thin (though not as bad as
the Lair of the White Worm), the writing is clunky
even by Victorian standards and the whole thing
just drags on interminably.
Top reviews from other countries
NODA MARCELO
5.0 out of 5 stars
Perfect. Thanks !
Reviewed in Japan on September 24, 2023
Perfect. Thanks !
Jimbo
5.0 out of 5 stars
Five Stars
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 17, 2015
Excellent full text version. The printed copy i had was a fraction of the full version here.
One person found this helpful
Report
O'Rume Ena
4.0 out of 5 stars
Nice Twist
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 9, 2013
The story starts with the impression that it will build up to be another Dracula. Things take a swift turn right in the middle that makes for a relieving but punchy reveal. If you are a Bram Stoker fan, then you'll like this. The supernatural leans early on are just as compelling as anything else I've read from Stoker. He sure knows how to keep you wondering what will happen next.
4 people found this helpful
Report
Mr. S. Wood
3.0 out of 5 stars
The Lady
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 5, 2012
its free so it got stars, i have not read it, but i intend to, but i got this as a tester for my new kindle