A good gothic read can set the mood for the fall season if one sees it as a time of spooky activity and books that perfectly blend horror and fantasy. The gothic genre is generally defined by visions of gothic architecture although when the set dressings don’t strictly adhere to this style, it’s still all about old buildings and dark academia. Yet “gothic” may be just the tone of the story, with enigmatic characterizations, a dark palette, and explorations of evil, knowledge, and power.
