Our Hideous Progeny: A thrilling Gothic Adventure

Mary Shelley's FRANKENSTEIN meets PANDORA in this gothic tale of grief and ambition, passion and intrigue. Set in the 1850s, Mary is the great-niece of Victor Frankenstein and discovers a family secret that could secure her future. The book is praised for its compelling and original story, and its atmospheric writing.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 400 pages
Publication date: 01 February 2024
Publisher: Transworld Publishers Ltd

Compelling and utterly absorbing... an artfully crafted debut that echoes the dark essence of Mary Shelley's FRANKENSTEIN while maintaining a fascinating originality all of its own.
Susan Stokes-Chapman, author of PANDORA, has crafted a gripping Gothic tale of grief and ambition, passion and intrigue. Set in the 1850s, the novel follows Mary, the great-niece of Victor Frankenstein, as she navigates the world of science and uncovers the shocking truth behind her great-uncle's past. With a sharp mind and a sharper tongue, Mary is determined to make her name in this world, alongside her geologist husband Henry. However, their quest for success is hindered by their lack of wealth and connections.

But when Mary discovers some old family papers that allude to the shocking truth behind her great-uncle's past, she believes she may have found the key to securing their future. Their quest takes them to the wilds of Scotland, to Henry's intriguing but reclusive sister Maisie, and to a deadly chase with a rival who is out to steal their secret.

Exquisitely written, this atmospheric debut left me reeling. A story worthy of Mary Shelley, it is dark, passionate, multi-layered, and utterly captivating. The characters are well-developed, and the plot is intricate and compelling. I highly recommend this novel to anyone who loves Gothic tales and atmospheric fiction.

Sumptuously gothic, this atmospheric debut left me reeling. C.J. Cooke, author of THE LIGHTHOUSE WITCHES, has crafted a beautifully written novel that is both atmospheric and suspenseful. The characters are well-developed, and the plot is intricate and compelling. I highly recommend this novel to anyone who loves Gothic tales and atmospheric fiction.

A wonderful book; dark, passionate, multi-layered. Joanne Harris, author of CHOCOLAT & THE STRAWBERRY THIEF, has crafted a beautiful novel that is both dark and passionate. The characters are well-developed, and the plot is intricate and compelling. I highly recommend this novel to anyone who loves Gothic tales and atmospheric fiction.

In conclusion, these reviews highlight the compelling and utterly absorbing nature of Susan Stokes-Chapman's debut novel. With its gothic tale of grief and ambition, passion and intrigue, it echoes the dark essence of Mary Shelley's FRANKENSTEIN while maintaining a fascinating originality all of its own. The novel is beautifully written, atmospheric, and suspenseful, and the characters are well-developed. I highly recommend this novel to anyone who loves Gothic tales and atmospheric fiction.

Weight: 278g
Dimension: 128 x 197 x 28 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781529177435