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Dark Retellings of Classic Novels Gain Popularity

Original: Dark Retellings of Classic Books Like ‘Jane Eyre,’ ‘Frankenstein’ and More

Publishers and readers are embracing darker reimaginings of classic literature, with new takes on novels like 'Jane Eyre' and 'Frankenstein' drawing attention. The trend sees authors recasting beloved 19th-century stories through gothic, horror, or contemporary lenses, appealing to audiences hungry for familiar tales told with a sinister twist. Booksellers report growing interest in the genre as more retellings reach shelves.

Why now: A recent wave of gothic retellings of literary classics has renewed reader and publisher interest in the trend

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• Dark Retellings of Classic Books Like ‘Jane Eyre,’ ‘Frankenstein’ and More · The New York Times

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