by Maria K
First published 2021
Countess Bertha's idyllic life in 19th-century Austria unravels when strange occurrences begin plaguing her family's estate. Whispers of a generations-old curse send Bertha on a quest to uncover her ancestors' dark secrets before the supernatural force destroys everything she holds dear. As the threats grow more ominous, Bertha must decide whether to embrace her foreboding destiny or risk everything to break the cycle of dread once and for all.
Genres: historical-fiction, mystery, supernatural, 19th-century, gothic
Vibes: atmospheric, dark, suspenseful
Tropes: family-curse, uncovering-the-past
Setting: Austria
Period: 19th-century
72 pages · Paperback · Independently published