Repulsive Reads is a book club celebrating all things grim, grotesque, unsettling, macabre, and weird in fiction. Every last Thursday of the month.
This month's book is Carmilla by J. Sheridan Le Fanu. Limited free copies available for pickup at North Branch desk starting 1/29/25. Copies also available to borrow through Berkeley Public Library and Link+. eBook and eAudiobook available through Hoopla.
About Carmilla:
"This classic of Gothic horror follows Laura, a woman haunted by a girlhood dream of a beautiful visitor to her bedroom. Now, a decade later, Laura finds Carmilla, who appears to be her own age, on the side of the road after a carriage accident. The two recognize each other from the same childhood dream and become fast friends. Soon after, Laura begins to experience mysterious feelings and is once again haunted by nightmares. She finds Carmilla strangely irresistible and longs to be with her.
But as the two friends grow closer, Laura's health begins to fail. It becomes apparent that her enchanting companion is harboring a sinister secret. To free herself from Carmilla's grasp, Laura and her family must fight for their lives."
This event is made possible by a generous gift from the Pace Trust in support of the Berkeley Public Library North Branch.
Wheelchair accessible. Request sign language interpreter, real-time captioning, materials in large print, braille, or other accommodations by calling 510-981-6195 (Library) or the 510-981-6347 (City of Berkeley TDD line). Please refrain from scented products during public programs.
AGE GROUP: | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | Authors, Books & Writing |
