Bride of the Vampyre by James Malcolm Rymer, Fiction, Horror, Occult & Supernatural

Set in the mid-19th century, this epic narrative follows the vampire Sir Francis Varney, who emerged from the "penny dreadful" tradition. Spanning 876 pages and 232 chapters, it weaves a cohesive tale despite its inconsistencies. Notably, it lays the groundwork for many vampire fiction tropes familiar to contemporary readers, making it a significant work in the genre's evolution. The extensive word count of nearly 667,000 words showcases the depth and complexity of Varney's character and the dark themes surrounding his story.