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The Invisible Girl
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Expected 13 Oct 26Three supernatural tales of longing and loss from the grand-dame of Gothic fiction, Mary Shelly
When a storm drives their boat toward the rocks, a group of sailors are saved by the light of a ruined tower. The locals speak of the Invisible Girl who haunts it - a lost, wandering soul. But the truth, as Mary Shelley unveils, is more disturbing, and far more human than any ghost story.
Includes the The Invisible Girl, The Mortal Immortal and The Mourner
BRIEF classic novellas and captivating stories, to be read in a single sitting or savoured over days
When a storm drives their boat toward the rocks, a group of sailors are saved by the light of a ruined tower. The locals speak of the Invisible Girl who haunts it - a lost, wandering soul. But the truth, as Mary Shelley unveils, is more disturbing, and far more human than any ghost story.
Includes the The Invisible Girl, The Mortal Immortal and The Mourner
BRIEF classic novellas and captivating stories, to be read in a single sitting or savoured over days
112 pages, Paperback
Expected publication August 20, 2026
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Review of advance copy
Mary Shelley’s short stories read like gothic fairy tales—melancholy, atmospheric, and just a little uncanny. Even when they’re only a few dozen pages long, she creates such vivid settings that it’s easy to get swept into them. The aesthetic she brings to life is fantastic, from lonely cottages hidden in the mountains to mysterious forests and crumbling castles. Each story explores love, loss, and isolation in a different way, and while they’re all quite different, they share that unmistakable Shelley magic. I had a great time with all three and can’t wait to read more of her shorter works.
Review of advance copy received from Sonstiges
I have to say that these short stories took me in, and I'm a person who doesn't like short stories. Shelley's writing was as beautiful as ever. I love how artfully descriptive her wording is. This is art, ladies and gentlemen. A fine little book for escaping the hardenships of reality. My least favourite was the third one. And my favourite was the mortal immortal. How all of a sudden perception of eternity ends, just wow. The depth in all stories was amazing, Mary Shelley knows how to write about serious topics in a subtle and unobtrusive way. 4 stars for me.
July 8, 2026
3.5 / 5
I love Mary Shelley, she is one of my GOATS of writing. I read ‘Frankenstein’ a couple years ago and is still one of my favourite gothic pieces ever. This book is beautiful in a lot of way and this is another gorgeous piece that she has written.
My particular favourite short story from this book is ‘The Mortal Immortal’ I found myself enthralled with the story and utterly amazed by Shelley’s writing. She continues to amaze me and I will always be her biggest fan.
I love Mary Shelley, she is one of my GOATS of writing. I read ‘Frankenstein’ a couple years ago and is still one of my favourite gothic pieces ever. This book is beautiful in a lot of way and this is another gorgeous piece that she has written.
My particular favourite short story from this book is ‘The Mortal Immortal’ I found myself enthralled with the story and utterly amazed by Shelley’s writing. She continues to amaze me and I will always be her biggest fan.
Review of advance copy
Not entirely sure why this is pre-publication when I bought it in a Foyles but oh well!
Really enjoyed all three stories, particularly the second one about the student of Agrippa. All three were as wordy as Shelley usually is, but short enough to be entertaining.
Really enjoyed all three stories, particularly the second one about the student of Agrippa. All three were as wordy as Shelley usually is, but short enough to be entertaining.
Review of advance copy
Beautifully written cover to cover. The stories manage to flow incredibly well for the 21st century reader while retaining all the charm and eloquence of the period.
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