The Maid of Sker (1893)

The Maid of Sker is a Gothic horror novel written by R. D. Blackmore and published in 1893. The story takes place in Wales in the late 18th century and follows the tale of a young woman named Margaret, who becomes embroiled in a terrifying mystery surrounding the Sker House, a remote and isolated manor on the coast. Margaret is hired as a companion to the wealthy and reclusive Mrs. Ruthyn, who lives in the Sker House with her two sons. However, Margaret soon discovers that the house is haunted by the ghost of a former maid and that the Ruthyn family is hiding a dark secret. As Margaret delves deeper into the mystery, she finds herself in grave danger and must fight for her life against the malevolent forces that haunt Sker House. The Maid of Sker is a classic Gothic horror novel, full of suspense, mystery, and supernatural terror. It is a must-read for fans of the genre and a fascinating glimpse into the world of 19th-century horror fiction.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.