The original, classic, Dark Shadows books from the Paperback Library, return with Hermes Press’ archival reprint of all 32 titles in the series beginning with the first novel which first saw print in December, 1966.

The forth book in this reprint series, The Mystery of Collinwood, will feature the original painted cover depicting Victoria Winters and the complete text, re-proofed and error free.

These reprints will present each installment in the series with its original cover, but, unlike the Paperback Library books will present the titles in a larger 6 inch by 8 inch format. Each book in the series was written by William Edward Daniel Ross who used the pen name Marilyn Ross.

Victoria stood on the ledge known as Suicide Cliffs and stared down at the raging surf and jagged rocks below.

Next to her stood Professor Mark Veno, a mysterious visitor to Collinwood. He spoke to her in a low, sinister voice. Think of all those who threw themselves from these very rocks. His eyes seemed to burn into hers.

He’s hypnotizing me, she thought. She was unable to make herself look away. No, she cried. He’s forcing me to jump!

The Professor came a step closer, his eyes still glowing.

Victoria found herself unable to move - unable to speak. She was helpless as she felt her willpower dissolve under his evil spell…